© Endemol Shine UK Would I Lie To You? heads to the US
Network buys UK originals - and rights to a remake
09/03/2021 … Would I Lie To You? is getting a US airing – as well as a remake for American audiences.
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Tue 09 March 2021
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How To Leave Your Psychopath
Comic Maddy Anholt writes a book about abusive relationships
08/03/2021 … Stand-up Maddy Anholt has signed a deal to write her first book, based on her experience of abusive relationships.
A capital idea!
Comics highlight women's history in Museum Of London videos
08/03/2021 … The Museum of London has recruited five comedians to make a series of videos about the role of women in the capital’s history.
Comics tie for Critics' Choice award
Honour shared between Jerry Seinfeld and Michelle Buteau
08/03/2021 … Jerry Seinfeld and Michelle Buteau tied for the award for best comedy special at the Critics’ Choice Award last night.
NextUp founder wins Women In Innovation award
...and the prize will help some UK comedy clubs
08/03/2021 … The co-founder of the NextUp comedy streaming service has been named as this year’s Women In Innovation award-winner.
© Damian Bennett Tim Minchin's Back... is back
08/03/2021 … Tim Minchin is to tour the UK again this autumn.
Sun 07 March 2021
Arthur Smith pens book and radio show about his dad
Syd Smith was a Colditz PoW and London copper
07/03/2021 … Arthur Smith is writing a book and a Radio 4 special based on his father’s extraordinary life.
Harry Hill... in glorious monochrome
The week's best comedy on TV and radio
07/03/2021 … The week’s best comedy on TV and radio.