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The phrase should be banned, say the Queen’s English Society
06/10/2022 … Its name suggests a genteel defence of good language, but the Queen’s English Society has launched a fierce attack on a Radio 4 comedy show that mocked its…
Live version of their radio #content
06/10/2022 … Elis James and John Robins are to perform Made Up Games, the regular segment of their radio show, live on stage.
06/10/2022 … Russell Howard has announced a major new tour for 2023.
With comics Tom Gleeson and Tom Cashman
06/10/2022 … Australia is making its own version of Taskmaster, to air next year.
As Maisie Adam extends her tour
05/10/2022 … Irish comedy trio Foil Arms and Hog have announced a UK tour for autumn 2023.
Seann Walsh, Stewart Lee and others to hail Downstairs at the King's Head
05/10/2022 … The maker of the acclaimed documentary about comedian Ian Cognito is working on a new film about the oldest comedy venue in Britain.
Channel 4 revival also showcases new comedians
05/10/2022 … Harry Enfield is to return to Friday Night Live when the Channel 4 show is revived later this month.
© BBC 'His life’s work gave joy and laughter to millions'
05/10/2022 … Raymond Allen, who created the 1970s BBC sitcom Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em, has died at the age of 82 In a statement quoted by the Radio Times, his…
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