But at a mere £22 they’re still a bargain, and they come with the wholesome smugness of doing something good. By which we mean bitch slapping cancer square in the box.

And surely few things in life could be better than enjoying an evening of brilliant comedy, led by none other than the legendary Roy Walker, whilst basking in the fulfilling knowledge that your cash is helping Macmillan look after people with, and affected by, cancer?

Unless you know someone giving away magic unicorns and world peace, the answer to that question should be ‘No’. We think so anyway, which is why we are aiming to make the Big Comedy Gala 2012 even bigger and funnier than last year.

In 2011 we raised just over £18,000 so this year we’re aiming for £20K. The only thing you need to do to help us achieve this kick-ass goal is buy your ticket. Hell, buy one for your friends too! And your mum and your dad and your partner – maybe even organise a staff night out? Everyone deserves a slice of the Big C pie of laughter!

Tickets are on sale right now – in fact we’ve already sold hundreds of them a mere two weeks after release – so get yours now and help us make The Big C the comedy charity event of the 2012 Festival Fringe!

You can book tickets now by calling 0844 847 1639 or buy online at: www.edfringe.com

The Big Comedy Gala in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, Monday 13 August 2012 at 21:30 (2hrs): £22 (subject to booking fee of £2 to £2.40 per ticket + postage)