BBC launches its new comedy platform

The BBC has launched its website offering a platform for new comedy clips.

Comedy Soup enables any would-be writer or performer to create short films and post them on the internet, in a similar way to community sites such as myspace.

And to coincide with the launch, BBC Three has announced a talent hunt to find the best contributions.

The creators of the funniest material, as judged by a panel of industry experts, will take part in a series of masterclasses with established comedy writers, performers and producers in Manchester, to help hone their skills.

Video clips – including stand-up and sketches - or animation clips must be submitted by July 14 to qualify for the Funny Hunt competition.

The BBC has also releases photographs, sound and video clips from its archives on to the Comedy Soup, which it will allow people to use to create content for the site.

Published: 12 May 2006