# Bella Hull: Female comics get less time to earn laughs in rough clubs

Standup comedian Bella Hull has spoken about the gendered pressure she faces in comedy clubs, saying women are given far less time than men to land a joke. Her comments highlight persistent sexism in live comedy and the added burden on women performers to prove themselves quickly.

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## Sources

### Entertainment
- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2026/aug/10/bella-hull-standup-comedy-interview-edinburgh-festival) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:00:37 GMT