Comedians born in Florence

Florence grew into the cradle of the Renaissance on the banks of the Arno, in the heart of Tuscany. Its skyline is crowned by Brunelleschi's cathedral dome, and the Uffizi and Accademia galleries hold treasures from an era that once counted Dante, Michelangelo and the Medici family among the city's own.

This UNESCO-listed art city still draws visitors from around the world, and a lively student and international crowd keeps its theatres and cultural venues busy. As Italy's live comedy circuit expands, touring stand-up is increasingly finding audiences here, among them Paolo Hendel and Leonardo Pieraccioni.