© RTÉ Tim Key reveals second cancer scare
Comic has tumour removed and undergoes immunotherapy
31/03/2026 … Tim Key has revealed that he's undergoing immunotherapy after a second cancer scare.
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Tue 31 March 2026
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Pleasance announces 129 more Edinburgh Fringe shows
Including Joe Lycett, Kristen Schaal, Ahir Shar and Larry Dean
31/03/2026 … The Pleasance has announce a new wave of performers for this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, with another 139 shows across comedy and theatre.
© Tommy Ga-Ken Wan Glasgow comedy festival sells a record 62,000 tickets
More than 100 of the 636 shows sold out
31/03/2026 … The Glasgow International Comedy Festival has wrapped up its biggest year yet, with more than 62,300 people attending shows over 19 days.
Edinburgh Fringe venue to feature only comics from NE England
Comedy collective wants to redress 'London-centric bias'
31/03/2026 … A comedy co-operative from the North East of England is to take over an entire venue for the duration of the Edinburgh Fringe to showcase comedians from the venue.
© Trevor Leighton Jack Whitehall to host SNL UK
With Jorja Smith the musical guest
31/03/2026 … Jack Whitehall has been unveiled as the host of next week’s Saturday Night Live UK.
Mon 30 March 2026
Will and Noah win London's Sketchfest
The Tiny Umbrellas and The Supermalts also honoured
30/03/2026 … Will and Noah have been named best sketch act at London’s new SketchFest.
© PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo Russell Brand's trial date set
Comedian to face seven charges in October
30/03/2026 … Russell Brand’s trial on seven counts of rape and sexual assault will take place in October, a London judge has said today.
Finalists announced for 2026 Musical Comedy Awards
Winner to be crowned next month
30/03/2026 … The finalists have been announced for this year’s Musical Comedy Awards.