© Steve Ullathorne Paul Merton writes a movie
Comedy thriller now in development
23/05/2017 … Paul Merton has revealed that he is writing a comedy-thriller for the big screen.
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Tue 23 May 2017
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Stewart Lee: Why I'm doing my Manchester gig tonight
'I think you have to carry on'
23/05/2017 … Stewart Lee says he’s going ahead with his gig in Greater Manchester tonight because ‘it seems like the right choice’.
ITV are 'scared' to air Son Of B'stard
Writers claim broadcaster fears a flop
23/05/2017 … ITV are ‘too scared’ to air the comeback of immoral MP Alan B’Stard, his creators have claimed.
Comedy Store cancels gig following Manchester atrocity
23/05/2017 … The Manchester Comedy Store has cancelled its fundraiser for comedian Jim Tavare tonight, in light of the murderous attack at the Manchester Arena.
Comedies shine in the morning and late at night
...according to Netflix research
23/05/2017 … Viewers prefer comedy early in the morning and late at night, streaming service Netflix has reported.
Mon 22 May 2017
Ricky Gervais reveals plans for a new sitcom
Attached would revolve around newly single 55-year-old
22/05/2017 … Ricky Gervais is planning a new sitcom about a fiftysomething man who splits from his wife.
© Paul Manners/CC BY-SA 4.0 Michael Barrymore launches claim for £2.5m damages
Comic claims wrongful arrest over Stuart Lubbock's death
22/05/2017 … Michael Barrymore has launched his bid for £2.
Pascoe to Pasquale...
Balham Comedy Festival announces 2017 line-up
22/05/2017 … South London’s Balham Comedy festival has announced its line-up for 2017, with acts ranging from Sara Pascoe to Joe Pasquale.