All the latest news about comedy and comedians: stand-up, TV sitcoms and sketch shows, comedy movies, etc…
© Matt Crockett ...but you'll need to buy tickets to his newly announced tour to find out what it is
12/03/2026 … Rhys James has announced a 40-date stand-up tour for 2026 and 2027.
'Making a case for debauchery'
12/03/2026 … John Tothill is to record a stand-up show for Radio 4.
12/03/2026 … Matt Berry is to be the voice of this year's Oscars ceremony.
© Mark Muldoon 11/03/2026 … Glasgow-based comedian Christopher Macarthur-Boyd has been announced as the winner of the 2026 Next Big Thing award, created to recognise acts deserving more attention.
© VAL Big plans for stand-up's C4 Blap
11/03/2026 … Amy Gledhill’s comedy pilot Toads is being developed into a full series, it has been reported.
New programme idea now being piloted
11/03/2026 … Dara Ó Briain is piloting a new comedy show celebrating the nation’s dullest people.
11/03/2026 … Leicester Comedy Festival has announced this year’s award winners, honouring comedians including Joz Norris and James Ellis.
11/03/2026 … Ed Gamble is to embark on a stand-up tour next year, with more than 60 dates planned across the UK.
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