Places still available for Amused Moose Laugh Off contest.

Amused Moose

The prestigious Amused Moose Laugh Off talent search is gearing up for the qualifying rounds of this year’s competition, and there are still places available.

The contest, which boasts big name stars such as Jack Whitehall and Sarah Millican amongst its previous winners, will hold its first round heats across the UK and Ireland from the end of January. To enter, hopefuls simply need to visit the website (see below), fill in an application form and perform several minutes of material.

Held in association with DVD publishing company 2entertain, the Amused Moose Laugh Off contest features audience voting throughout all of the preliminary stages and offers a prize of £1500. The grand final, held at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in August 2012, is presided over by a celebrity host, and sees a panel of industry specialists pick the winner.

Issuing a statement, Amused Moose said: “Amused Moose Laugh Off has proved to be a fantastic shop window for new talent, with most finalists being quickly signed by leading agents and promoters.”

The statement added: ”If you want to set your stand-up career off to a flying start, showcase your talents to the comedy industry, take your first steps towards your own DVD and have a shot at the main prize of £1500, what are you waiting for?

For more information or to fill out an entry application form, visit the Amused Moose website.