Thu 09 June 2011
...And we're off!
Edinburgh Fringe programme launched
09/06/2011 … The Edinburgh Fringe has officially launched its 2011 programme, with another record-breaking year.
Father Ted: Tribute or rip-off?
Is Fringe show infringing trademarks?
09/06/2011 … An unauthorised Father Ted ‘tribute’ evening heading for the Edinburgh Fringe could land itself in legal trouble for infringing the sitcom’s trademark.
The Feeling
Anton Renwick on the fear and elation of a stand-up gig
09/06/2011 … Light applause as my legs of jelly move nervously forward.
Iannucci becomes a Doctor
09/06/2011 … Armando Iannucci is to be made an honorary doctor of letters by the University of Glasgow University vice-principal Graham Caie said the move would honour Iannucci’s…
Life Of (Brian) Jesus, by Julian Doyle
09/06/2011 … It’s not often we review an alterative religious tract on the pages of Chortle.