Keep It Fringe Fund returns for Edinburgh 2026
02/02/2026 … The Keep It Fringe Fund is returning to help performers bring shows to the Edinburgh festival – but much reduced compared to previous years.
Mon 02 February 2026
Meet the 'Best In Class' of 2026
Working-class scheme names its line-up
02/02/2026 … A new group of comedians has been chosen for this year’s Best In Class showcase at the Edinburgh Fringe.
David Nobbs comedy writing competition opens for a ninth year
02/02/2026 … The annual comedy writing competition honouring the creator of Reggie Perrin opens for entries today.
Nate Bargatze wins comedy Grammy
...as Donald Trump threatens to sue host Trevor Noah
02/02/2026 … Nate Bargatze won the Grammy for Best Comedy Album last night.
Wed 28 January 2026
© Mobo Organisation Eddie Kadi to host the Mobos again
28/01/2026 … Eddie Kadi will return as host of the Mobo Awards this year, it has been announced.
Tue 27 January 2026
More creatives join SNL UK
27/01/2026 … Three more appointments have been announced for the upcoming Saturday Night Live UK.
Mark Thomas and Marcel Lucont join Also Festival
Comedy line-up also includes Elf Lyons and Robin Ince
27/01/2026 … The Also Festival has unveiled its comedy programme for 2026, with political stand-up Mark Thomas and French character comic Marcel Lucont among the headline acts.
Mon 26 January 2026
Olga Koch and Catherine Bohart launch a Heated Rivalry podcast
Daily analysis of the show about gay hockey players
26/01/2026 … Olga Koch and Catherine Bohart have started a daily podcast about the TV series Heated Rivalry.