BBC commissions more Mirandas
...and series could move to BBC One
13/01/2011 … The BBC has just ordered a third series of hit sitcom Miranda – which could transfer to BBC One.
Thu 13 January 2011
Blackadder II: The perfect TV comedy?
Chris Hallam celebrates its 25th anniversary
13/01/2011 … Twenty five years ago this month, British television comedy came as close to achieving perfection as it has ever done before or since.
Wed 12 January 2011
Did the BBC get starstruck?
Gary Napier offers a theory to where Episodes went wrong
12/01/2011 … I was really looking forward to Episodes, even after the cheesy Matt Le Blanc head-turn in the promotional trailer – I know they have to maximise audience figures.
Lenny Henry's budget tour
Star comic to stay in Premier Inns
12/01/2011 … Lenny Henry will be staying in Premier Inns during his forthcoming 64-date tour as part of his sponsorship deal with the hotel chain.
Funny looking?
Female comics are always judged on their looks, says Miranda Hart
12/01/2011 … Miranda Hart has said female comedians are given a rougher ride than men because they are always judged on their looks.