BBC reveals sitcoms in development
Three shows picked for Salford Comedy Showcase
26/02/2014 … The BBC has named the comedy projects that its developing in this year's Salford Sitcom Showcases.
Wed 26 February 2014
Book deal for Richard Ayoade
Three titles about his love of film
26/02/2014 … Richard Ayoade has signed a three-book deal with publishers Faber.
BBC names new comedy chief
Myfanwy Moore returns from ITV
26/02/2014 … The BBC has named Myfanwy Moore as its new controller of UK comedy production.
Bill Hicks: A career in videos
To mark the 20th anniversary of his death
26/02/2014 … Twenty years ago to the day, Bill Hicks died of pancreatic cancer, at just 34 years old… although his legacy is still felt across stand-up today.
It's the longest laugh
Comedians attempt a record-breaking 83-hour gig
26/02/2014 … More than 60 comics are attempting to set a new record for the longest ever stand-up gig.
The internet will always steal your jokes. Use that to your advantage
Adapt or die, says Aid Thompsin
26/02/2014 … I read Dave Bussell's recent piece about online leeching – people stealing your work and re-publishing with no financial or creative credit afforded to the original…
Tue 25 February 2014