Keep It Fringe Fund returns for Edinburgh 2026
02/02/2026 … The Keep It Fringe Fund is returning to help performers bring shows to the Edinburgh festival – but much reduced compared to previous years.
2026 News
All the latest news about comedy and comedians: stand-up, TV sitcoms and sketch shows, comedy movies, etc…
Mon 02 February 2026
© BBC/Merman Amandaland tops 2025 comedy viewing
Christmas special now seen by 7.4million
02/02/2026 … The Christmas special of Amandaland has been named the most-watched comedy of 2025.
Meet the 'Best In Class' of 2026
Working-class scheme names its line-up
02/02/2026 … A new group of comedians has been chosen for this year’s Best In Class showcase at the Edinburgh Fringe.
David Nobbs comedy writing competition opens for a ninth year
02/02/2026 … The annual comedy writing competition honouring the creator of Reggie Perrin opens for entries today.
Nate Bargatze wins comedy Grammy
...as Donald Trump threatens to sue host Trevor Noah
02/02/2026 … Nate Bargatze won the Grammy for Best Comedy Album last night.
Sun 01 February 2026
© C4 Can Jon Richardson save a pub?
The week's comedy on TV, radio and on demand
01/02/2026 … Our pick of the comedy on TV, radio and streaming this week.
Edinburgh winner Sam hits the road
The best of the week's live comedy
01/02/2026 … The best of the week's live comedy, picked from the 6,583 events Chortle currently has listed.