Thu 18 October 2001
Hancock movie planned
18/10/2001 … A movie about the life of tragic comic genius Tony Hancock is in the pipeline Actor Kevin McNally, most recently seen in Mel Smith's crime caper High Heels and…
Funny business for Scots
18/10/2001 … A dedicated comedy agency has been launched for Scotland, with big plans to increase the profile of the country's stand-ups.
Wed 17 October 2001
Religion law 'will stifle comedy'
17/10/2001 … Rowan Atkinson has criticised government plans to outlaw "incitement to religious hatred", saying it could stifle comedy.
Whoopi for her
17/10/2001 … Whoopi Goldberg has been honoured for her role in making America laugh.
Adam's Big Apple gift
17/10/2001 … Adam Hills has donated his proceeds from the Perrier Pick Of The Fringe show to New York firefighters.
Tue 16 October 2001
Roy-Al Murray
16/10/2001 … Al Murray is to perform at the next Royal Variety show.
Barker out of retirement
Ronnie to play Churchill's valet
16/10/2001 … Ronnie Barker is to come out of retirement for a big-budget BBC film about Winston Churchill.