And other things we learn from a new Radio 4 interview
27/08/2025 … Eric Idle has revealed that he runs jokes past his daughter to ensure he doesn’t offend modern audiences.
About not taking life too seriously
27/08/2025 … Comedian Laura Smyth is launching a podcast with her best friend Carmen Butcher, a production manager for films.
Celebration of Billy Connolly's legacy
27/08/2025 … Glasgow is to honour Sir Billy Connolly with a weekend-long celebration of his work and legacy.
© UKTV Theatre show airing on U&Gold next month
27/08/2025 … John Cleese has recorded an introduction for the TV screening of the Fawlty Towers play.
Josh Elton's motor impounded during Edinburgh run
27/08/2025 … The end of the Edinburgh Fringe means a maelstrom of emotions for comedians who’ve spent a month pouring their heart and soul into their daily shows.
Bradley Cooper's film based on the story of how John Bishop got into comedy
26/08/2025 … Here’s the first trailer for Is This Thing On? – the film directed by Bradley Cooper based on John Bishop’s story of taking to stand-up in the…
...and actor-playwright Tatenda Shamiso
26/08/2025 … Channel 4 has announced three new comedy shorts, from 2024 Edinburgh Comedy Award winners Rob Copland and Joe Kent-Walters, plus actor-playwright Tatenda…
All we saw at this year's festival
26/08/2025 … All our reviews from the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe: Ayoade Bamgboye: Swings and Roundabouts Dan Rath: Tropical Depression * Joz Norris:…
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