2014 Archives
Mon 14 July 2014
© David Iliff/CC BY-SA 3.0 Funny business in the Commons
MPs to discuss the state of the comedy industry
14/07/2014 … It's certain to spark a slew of gags about 'those jokers in Westminster' – but Parliament is to get its own group dedicated to comedy.
Francesca Martinez: What The **** Is Normal
14/07/2014 … Kicking back against the patronising attitudes that have followed her all of her life, Francesca Martinez insists she doesn't want to be considered an 'inspiration'.
Remarkable bird, innit?
Giant sculpture of Pythons' Norwegian Blue hits London
14/07/2014 … A 50ft 'dead parrot' sculpture has been laid out on London's South Bank to mark the last night of Monty Python.
Goals; they're so hack...
Nathan Cassidy imagines a comedy critic's take on the World Cup
14/07/2014 … It’s the age-old debate isn’t it? Is the biggest Festival in the world a good thing for comedy or the death of the clubs? With everyone, comedians and audiences…
Sun 13 July 2014
© C4 Like comedy was suddenly in colour...
The Mimic's Terry Mynott chooses his Perfect Playlist
13/07/2014 … Stir CrazyGene Wilder is a top favorite actor of mine, he's so effortlessly brilliant.