BCG Daily Thursday 19th May 2011
Press clippings
Special BAFTA for Comic Relief co-founder Bennett-Jones
Comic Relief co-creator stepped down from his production firm at start of year to devote more time to the charity.
John Plunkett, The Guardian, 19th May 2011BGT impressionist Cal Halbert impresses McIntyre
An impressionist impresses judge Michael McIntyre on Britain's Got More Talent this weekend - with an uncanny imitation of the comic's voice.
The Sun, 19th May 2011Matt Lucas to re-record pilot following Bin Laden gag
Matt Lucas was ordered to re-record parts of his new comedy show - after outrageous comic Jack Whitehall drew a penis on a photo of Osama Bin Laden.
The Sun, 19th May 2011Karl Pilkington to appear in The Simpsons
Ricky Gervais's TV sidekick Karl Pilkington is to appear on The Simpsons.
The Sun, 19th May 2011Stephen Fry joins Hobbit cast as the Master of Laketown
Writer and broadcaster Stephen Fry is to have a role in The Hobbit, its director Peter Jackson has announced.
BBC News, 19th May 2011QI: Quite interesting facts about ice
A quietly intriguing column from the brains behind QI, the BBC quiz show. This week: QI gets icy.
Molly Oldfield & John Mitchinson, The Telegraph, 19th May 2011An interview with the Boom Jennies
The Boom Jennies, a sketch troupe trio formed out of the collision of consciousnesses of Anna Emerson, Lizzie Bates, and Catriona Knox, are a young group of comics making a name for themselves around London.
The Humourdor, 19th May 2011John Sullivan - Some perspective
John Sullivan is a titanic figure in comedy writing - and his death is tragic. There is no 'but' to this. No caveats or clever angles. The man was a superb writer. This is a man who wrote four extremely memorable and diverse sitcoms.
James Cary, Sitcom Geek, 19th May 2011Videos
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10:45am15 min
Incredible Women
Series 1, Episode 4 - Kate WilkieIn today's episode, Jeremy meets Kate Wilkie, now aged 37, who shot to fame at the age of 12 when she accompanied her father on a polar expedition and saved his life... in a very macabre way.
6:30pm30 min
The Simon Day Show
Series 1, Episode 5 - Tommy CocklesComedy legend Tommy Cockles performs at the Mallard Theatre and is stunned to discover that manager Ron Bone has no idea who he is.
9pm60 min
Al Murray's Compete For The Meat
Episode 1Al Murray presents the first episode of his new comedy quiz show. The celebrities joining Al this week are Dom Littlewood, Olivia Lee and Peter Shilton.
10pm30 min
Psychoville
Series 2, Episode 3Mr Lomax reveals more about his past and his hatred for Tony Hancock becomes clear. Meanwhile Mr Jelly arrives at a booking meant to be for Mr Jolly and hopes no one will tell the difference.
10pm45 min
Celebrity Juice
Series 5, Episode 15 - Coronation Street vs. EmmerdaleHolly's back this week, and the regular team are joined by Emmerdale stars Kelvin Fletcher and Adele Silva, plus Coronation Street's Craig Gazey and Michelle Keegan.
10pm65 min
Channel 4's Comedy Gala
Highlights Special - Comedy Gala 2010: Best BitsAhead of the 2011 show, Comedy Gala: Best Bits comprises all the best funny bits and biggest names from last year's inaugural C4 Comedy Gala, including Michael McIntyre and Lee Evans.
11pm30 min
Jason Cook's Happiness HQ
Studio comedy show pilot in which Jason Cook, his mum, and Chris Ramsey explore how to have a more contented life.
11:20pm60 min
If You Prefer A Milder Comedian Please Ask For One
TV broadcast of the stand-up comedy show in which Stewart Lee explores the formal limits of the art form.