© C4 Lisa McGee to make an Irish dancing mockumentary
New series from Derry Girls creator
26/08/2026 … Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee is making a new mockumentary set in the high-stakes world of competitive Irish dancing.
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Wed 26 August 2026
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2026 Edinburgh Comedy Award nominees announced
Who's up for best show and best newcomer?
26/08/2026 … The Edinburgh Comedy Awards have announced their 2026 nominees.
ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards announce their 2026 shortlist
Best show, newcomer, panel prize and joke
26/08/2026 … The shortlists have been announced for the ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards, just before the main Edinburgh Comedy Awards are also due to announce their nominees.
Ola Labib becomes an honorary fellow
26/08/2026 … Comedian Ola Labib is to receive an honorary fellowship from Rose Bruford College, a theatre school in South-East London.
© Hector Cuamba Malcolm Hardee Award announces its 2026 nominees
Triple nod for Kate Smurthwaite for creating a fresh show every day
26/08/2026 … Malcolm Hardee Award judges have announce their shortlist for the 2026 Edinburgh Fringe – with Kate Smurthwaite nominated across all three categories.
© UKTV Jack Dee to host new quiz show
Pairing comedians with smart kids
26/08/2026 … Jack Dee is to host a new U&Dave comedy game show that pairs children with stand-up comedians.
Robin Ince writes a book about the future of jokes
'Will we use them to spread love or ugliness?'
26/08/2026 … Robin Ince has written a book about the future of jokes, Out in November, the title has been described as ‘a witty and thoughtful short read on the importance…
Peter Kay adds another charity tour date
In aid of a teenager with a heart condition
26/08/2026 … Peter Kay is adding an extra date to his tour to raise funds for a teenager who needs heart surgery.