Ted Chippington to tour with The Nightingales again
Two of Stewart Lee's favourites reunite
31/01/2024 … One of Stewart Lee’s favourite comedians is again going to support one of Stewart Lee’s favourite bands on their next UK tour.
2024 Archives
Wed 31 January 2024
Drop The Dead Donkey: The Reawakening
Review of the newsroom satire, revived for the stage 25 years on
31/01/2024 … When I check my phone during the interval of the stage revival of Drop The Dead Donkey, I learn that GB News just managed to confuse two Sikh MPs.
Troy Hawke in Crystal Palace
'Stroll-by' compliments by the face of the Greeters' Guild
31/01/2024 … Troy Hawke has released another of his videos cheering up strangers with well-chosen plaudits.
2024 Casting Awards nominations announced
Here's the comedy shortlist...
31/01/2024 … Nominees have been announced for this year’s Casting Directors' Guild Casting Awards.
© Rebecca Naen/Comic Relief Lenny Henry steps back from Red Nose Day broadcast
Comic Relief also announces big stand-up benefit and releases a new video
31/01/2024 … Sir Lenny Henry is to step down from hosting the Red Nose Day telethon after 39 years.
Tue 30 January 2024
What was Richmond's full name on The IT Crowd?
How much do you know about the show, as it turns 18?
30/01/2024 … The IT Crowd comes of age this week, with the first episode airing on February 3, 2006.
Chortle Student Comedy Award heats
Details of the 12 gigs around the UK and Ireland
30/01/2024 … Heats start soon for this year's Chortle Student Comedy Award – the 20th year we have run this prestigious competition.
Scott Agnew records a Radio 4 special
30/01/2024 … Scott Agnew is recording a Radio 4 special about his brushes with mortality.