Comedians born in Dortmund

One of the largest cities in the Ruhr, Dortmund traded coal, steel and beer for technology, logistics and a fierce football culture centred on Borussia Dortmund and its roaring yellow-and-black stands. This Westphalian metropolis mixes industrial heritage with green parks and a busy centre, and its blunt, warm humour suits the region well. German-language and English stand-up scenes are expanding here, with clubs and cultural venues hosting touring comedians.