The 'biggest prize in comedy' returns for 2026
NextUp trophy now stands 204cm tall
06/08/2026 … Voting opens tomorrow for NextUp’s Biggest Award in Comedy, the Edinburgh Fringe prize decided by the streaming platform’s subscribers.
Thu 06 August 2026
Billy Connolly exhibition to open in Glasgow
Coming to Kelvingrove Art Gallery from June
06/08/2026 … An exhibition about the life of Sir Billy Connolly is to be held in Glasgow next year.
Wed 05 August 2026
ISH Awards to be worth £16,000
05/08/2026 … The ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards have confirmed a record £16,000.
© Andy Hollingworth Kevin Bridges gets a US agent
05/08/2026 … Kevin Bridges has signed with powerhouse American agents CAA.
Mon 03 August 2026
Aunty Donna's production firm makes its first film
Crime Casters starts shooting in Melbourne soon
03/08/2026 … The production company set up by Australian comedy troupe Aunty Donna is making its first feature film, a comedy thriller called Crime Casters.
Sun 02 August 2026
Comedian Tom Short offers free stand-up training
Would-be acts raise sponsorship for charity instead...
02/08/2026 … Comedian Tom Short has launched a series of free stand-up training sessions in aid of charity.
Thu 30 July 2026
Paddy McGuinness to switch on the Blackpool Illuminations
Comic 'chuffed to be part of the history of the town'
30/07/2026 … Paddy McGuinness will switch on the Blackpool Illuminations this year, it has been announced Thousands are expected to gather for the event on September…
Wed 29 July 2026
Helen Lederer launches comedy writing podcast
With romcom author Chrissie Manby
29/07/2026 … Comedian Helen Lederer and author Chrissie Manby are launching a podcast about how writers really work.