Tom Short is a comedian, writer, theatre-maker and comedy educator from Greater Manchester.
A graduate of the University of Salford’s Comedy Writing and Performance degree, Tom later completed an MA in Contemporary Performance Practice and a PGCE in Education.
Over the last thirteen years he has performed at comedy clubs, festivals and theatres across the UK, becoming known for blending stand-up, clowning, improvisation and theatrical storytelling.
Tom is the founder of Comedy Lab, one of the North West’s leading comedy training organisations, delivering workshops throughout Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham and London.
Alongside performing, Tom has lectured in Comedy Writing and Performance at the University of Salford and worked with hundreds of emerging comedians through workshops, mentoring and one-to-one coaching.