Honours for the global comedy projects making a difference
Finger Awards given out in London
01/12/2021 … The third annual Finger Awards have been given out to comedy projects that aim to make a positive social change around the world.
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Wed 01 December 2021
Barbara Nice play heading to Sky Arts
A ten-minute dialogue on a park bench
01/12/2021 … Barbara Nice has filmed a ten-minute play for Sky Arts.
New podcast for Deborah Frances-White
With former Commons Speaker John Bercow
01/12/2021 … Deborah Frances-White is starting a new podcast – with former Commons Speaker John Bercow.
Wanted: A creative head for Soho Theatre's new venue
Could you make an impact leading this exciting Walthamstow project?
01/12/2021 … ⬛ AD FEATURE Soho Theatre is seeking an artistic leader for its exciting new venue in Walthamstow.
Tue 30 November 2021
Just For Laughs announces its Vancouver line-up
Big names for major Canadian comedy festival
30/11/2021 … Just For Laughs Vancouver has announced its line-up for 2022 The major comedy festival, previously known JFL NorthWest, is returning to the city for a sixth…
Helen Lederer joins London’s Cabaret All Stars
Hosting a show previously compered by Bill Bailey
30/11/2021 … Helen Lederer is to join London’s Cabaret All Stars in the new year.
Edinburgh gets a new comedy room
Fringe venue 32 Below to become a year-round club
30/11/2021 … Edinburgh Fringe venue 32 Below is to become a year-round comedy club.
Dee Allum wins 2Northdown new act competition
Beating 400 contestants for London venue's title
30/11/2021 … Dee Allum has been named 2Northdown’s New Act of 2021.