Craig Ferguson announces his first UK stand-up gig in 25 years
One-off at the Edinburgh Fringe
26/04/2019 … Craig Ferguson is to perform his first UK stand-up show in more than 25 years.
2019 News
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Who headlines Tramlines?
Festival's comedy line-up announced
25/04/2019 … Sheffield’s Tramlines festival has announced its comedy lineup Headlining in Hillsborough Park from July 19 to 21 will be Phill Jupitus and Reginald…
The poster boys of Ealing comedy
Classic movies celebrated with new art prints
25/04/2019 … It’s been 70 years since Ealing Studios released Passport to Pimlico, Whisky Galore!, and Kind Hearts & Coronets – all within two months, so…
Mo Gilligan to host Edinburgh TV Awards
'Prepare for a gentle roasting'
25/04/2019 … Mo Gilligan is to host this year’s Edinburgh TV Awards, it has been announced today.
Two-book deal for comic and writer Ariane Sherine
Finding out how to live to 100 – and be happier
25/04/2019 … Comedian and writer Ariane Sherine has signed a deal for two new self-help books.
New play from Cuckoo co-creator Robin French
Casting announced for Crooked Dances
25/04/2019 … The casting has been announced for the world premiere of Crooked Dances, a new play by Cuckoo co-creator Robin French.
'The funniest woman on Instagram’ to visit UK
Celeste Barber announces tour dates
25/04/2019 … Celeste Barber, the social media comedian that Vogue declared ‘the funniest woman on Instagram’ is heading to the UK.
Back from the dead: Charlie Brooker's zom com
Netflix remakes Dead Set... in Brazil
25/04/2019 … Charlie Brooker’s zombie horror-comedy Dead Set is to be resurrected.