'Ricky Gervais stole my idea'
Author claims Flanimals plagiarism
11/08/2010 … An author is threatening to sue Ricky Gervais for plagiarism over his best-selling children's book Flanimals.
Wed 11 August 2010
Bird may fly the Inbetweeners nest
11/08/2010 … Simon Bird may not appear in the Inbetweeners movie because of a row over money, it has been reported.
Frankie Boyle: No one gets offended by me
Comic dismisses tabloid storms
11/08/2010 … Frankie Boyle has refused to accept that anyone is offended by his comedy.
Greg Davies: Firing Cheeseballs At A Dog
11/08/2010 … The perceived wisdom is that to have a hit Edinburgh show, comedians need to add depth and meaning to their stand-up, with powerful stories revealing deep truths…
The Golden Lizard
11/08/2010 … Individually, Henry Paker and 2008 newcomer nominee Mike Wozniak are two of the most widely-tipped new stand-ups, meaning a lot of anticipation among seasoned circuit-watchers…
Simon Donald Is Completely Hatstand
11/08/2010 … As one of the creators of Viz magazine, Simon Donald has had a huge influence on the comedy scene, paving the way for such ‘ironic’ bad-taste comics as Frankie…
Jack Whitehall: Learning Difficulties
11/08/2010 … Overexposed but talented Jack Whitehall continues to write what he knows for his second solo show.
Seann Walsh: I'd Happily Punch Myself In The Face
11/08/2010 … Seann Walsh looks destined to be a comedy star.