Index on Censorship, the organisation that campaigns for freedom of expression, is staging a night of satire in order to raise funds.
Seven leading stand-up comedians will take part: Al Murray, Frankie Boyle, Shappi Khorsandi, Doc Brown, Kerry Godliman, Andrew Maxwell and Grainne Maguire.
Murray (aka the pub landlord) says: “It’s great to be able to help Index do their bit in keeping freedom of expression alive in the UK.”
Index has a history of championing comedians, satirists and cartoonists, along with other people, who face persecution, imprisonment, violence and even death.
It promotes and defends the right to free speech, including press freedom of course, across the globe.
All proceeds from the event on 30 July, which will take place Union Chapel in Islington (that’s in north London - no satire intended), will be used to support Index’s work.
Doors open at 6.30pm for a 7.30pm start. Tickets: £40 (for premium seating and exclusive drinks reception with VIP guests), £20 general, £15 concessions. They are available here.
Source (and more information): Index
