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© Ray Burmiston Biggest show by an English language comedian
26/07/2025 … Ricky Gervais has set a record for the biggest English-speaking comedy show in Italy His show on Thursday at the Unipol Forum Arena in Milan was his…
And nominees will be showcased on Radio 4
26/07/2025 … The judging panel for this year’s Edinburgh Comedy Award has been revealed – as Radio 4 asounced it will air a show featuring the nominees.
Venue staff cited 'safety concerns'
25/07/2025 … Two comedians have had their Edinburgh Fringe shows cancelled because they are Jewish.
Bail conditions bar her from entering Edinburgh
24/07/2025 … Scottish comedian Susan Riddell has been forced to cancel her Edinburgh Fringe run after being charged with terrorist offences.
Comedy magician was wearing it when he suffered his fatal heart attack
24/07/2025 … The robe worn by Tommy Cooper when he suffered his fatal heart attack on stage has been snapped up by US magician David Copperfield.
Double nomination for Elis James and John Robins
24/07/2025 … The shortlists have been announced for this year’s British Podcast Awards.
Seven Dials Playhouse funds more Chortle reviews
24/07/2025 … More Edinburgh Fringe sketch shows are to be reviewed on Chortle this year, thanks to the support of London’s Seven Dials Playhouse.
Matthew Mclane, Jaskaran Bahia and Tom Little
24/07/2025 … Matthew Mclane has won this year’s comedy writing competition run by the David Nobbs Memorial Trust.
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