Mon 21 March 2016
Barry Cryer named a 'legend of comedy'
As Leicester fest doles out its prizes
21/03/2016 … Barry Cryer has been presented with a ‘legend of comedy’ award by the Leicester comedy festival.
'An incredible display of artistry in stand-up'
Pierre Novellie picks his Perfect Playlist
21/03/2016 … Here's my current Perfect Playlist of idols and icons – maybe they'll tarnish with age but for now their metaphorical posters are on my bedroom wall.
© Hung Chung Chih/Shutterstock A comedy high
New batch of stand-ups assault Everest
21/03/2016 … A whole new batch of comedians are planning to set a new record for the world’s highest stand-up gig on land, with a performance at Everest Base Camp.
BBC sitcom remakes are 'impertinent'
Look forwards, not back, says John Lloyd
21/03/2016 … Top comedy producer John Lloyd has criticised the BBC’s remake of classic sitcoms – saying the Corporation should be moving forward rather than reliving past…
Jack Dee to star in Tony Hawks musical
With Alistair McGowan, Doon Mackichan and Ben Miller
21/03/2016 … Jack Dee, Alistair McGowan, Doon Mackichan and Ben Miller are to star in a new comedy musical about a cowboy re-enactment club.
Sun 20 March 2016