How did the Gents get started in comedy?
After deciding to form The League of Gentlemen, they began to play various London clubs for half hour slots in the middle of another comedy act. However, they soon realised this wasn’t working, as their style of comedy was often dramatically different from those who they were supporting. So, after careful consideration, they decided to book themselves a three-month slot at the Canal Caf in London. Here, they blossomed, and formed a very early fan-base. They played at the Edinburgh Fringe in 1996, and returned in 1997, where they won the Perrier Award. From here, they were spotted by producer Sarah Smith, who got them a contract on BBC Radio 4, where they produced six half-hour programmes (On The Town with The League of Gentlemen). Following this, they were offered a contract for a BBC2 TV Show.
