ONE of the comedy circuit's fastest rising stars comes to Winchester this week on his first ever national tour.

Lee Mack, star of the BAFTA Award-winning The Sketch Show, performs fast-paced comedy that has been gaining him fans and critical praise at every turn.

Since he won the So You Think You're Funny? Award in 1995, he has been gathering steam, performing at international comedy festivals.

Theatre Royal Winchester, November 14. Performance: 8pm. Tickets: from £9, members from £6.50. Box office: 01962 840440.