BCG Daily Friday 26th July 2013

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The world of David Baddiel, comedian and writer

David Baddiel talks to Jessica Salter about fame, cats and feminism.

Jessica Salter, The Telegraph, 26th July 2013

Interview: Ken Dodd

The most famous resident of Knotty Ash is preparing to tickle Norfolk's funny bone during sold-out performances at Norwich Theatre Royal and King's Lynn Corn Exchange once again.

Wayne Savage, Norwich Evening News, 26th July 2013

In his usual habitat of the live stand-up circuit, it's a push to still call Seann Walsh a newbie: his first gig was seven years ago and he has since won a smattering of awards and performed at Live At The Apollo.

Sharon Lougher, Metro, 26th July 2013

Alan Partridge Blog: Festival season

Music festivals, eh? In my day, it was Glastonbury or bust.

Yahoo, 26th July 2013

Fringe comedy debut: Thrice

Comedy trio appears for the first time at Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

The List, 26th July 2013

Fringe comedy debut: Ian Smith

The comedian Ian Smith performs debut solo show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2013.

The List, 26th July 2013

Fringe comedy debut: Lee Ridley AKA Lost Voice Guy

Mute comedian Lee Ridley appears for the first time at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2013.

The List, 26th July 2013

Fringe comedy debut: Carly Smallman

Comedian Carly Smallman debut solo show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2013.

The List, 26th July 2013

If you want to laugh watch a comedian, not a pop star

Do you want conclusive proof that a journalist will do anything to avoid proper work? I even sat down this morning and watched the brief clip of Geri Halliwell in the new sitcom she is working on, entitled Life Sucks, in which, according to a spokesman quoted in The Sun, "She laughs gamely at herself and her fame."

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 26th July 2013

Edinburgh Fringe interview: Tom Rosenthal

Tom Rosenthal may be best known for his role opposite Simon Bird in the excellent Friday Night Dinner and more recently in the ancient Rome based sitcom Plebs. His experience filming the series in Bulgaria form part of his second Edinburgh Fringe show.

Laugh Out London, 26th July 2013

John Lloyd makes Edinburgh Fringe debut

"Is a rock alive?" John Lloyd is looking at me as if he expects an answer. "Hmm." He ponders his question.

BBC News, 26th July 2013

Deansblog #1 - Stewart Lee is Fringe's biggest threat

It wouldn't be Edinburgh without Harry Deansway (above) writing an article that gets the whole industry talking. Last year it was the BBC syphoning off tickets from the Fringe with their atmosphereless marquee filled with free comedy and backed by thousands of pounds of marketing money. What could it be this year?

Harry Deansway, London Is Funny, 26th July 2013

Eilish O'Carroll's 10 Edinburgh questions

Something of a surprise package at this year's Fringe is Eilish O'Carroll, aka Winnie McGoogan from Mrs Brown's Boys ...

London Is Funny, 26th July 2013

How to do the Edinburgh Fringe on £40

What's that? You've had a pay rise since Tuesday's How To Do the Edinburgh Fringe on £25 mega-article?! Very well, have this one instead. Three suggested day schedules that will ensure you have a right old laugh at a range of comics ...

London Is Funny, 26th July 2013

Alan Davies: My family values

The comedian talks about his mother's death when he was six and how he has only recently been able to move on, marry and have children of his own.

Busola Evans, The Guardian, 26th July 2013

Edinburgh Fringe promoter rejects elitism claim

A leading Edinburgh Festival Fringe promoter has hit back at claims the event is run by "posh English blokes".

Brian Ferguson, The Scotsman, 26th July 2013

Comedy cues #7: Keith Farnan - Fear Itself

Irish born and bred Keith Farnan is making a welcome return to the Fringe this year after a well deserved year off. He's decided to deal with Fear Itself this time round, which is a theme that most likely rears it's ugly head for most people involved in Edinburgh...

Howard Gorman, Comedy Chords, 26th July 2013

Scott Capurro - 'the BBC is scared of offending Islam'

With his new one being called Islamohomophobia, Scott Capurro has found that media outlets want him, but not the show ...

Scott Capurro, London Is Funny, 26th July 2013

Mona Yousefi interview

It's the female Borat! Meet the rich Russian widow, the Japanese YouTube star and the hopeless Middle Eastern businesswoman who are the stars of Going Native, a brilliant new comedy.

Daily Mail, 26th July 2013

The Edinburgh Fringe... what's the point?

So why are we going back to the Fringe? Well, one of the reasons is that the Fringe is essentially a shop window for the comedy industry.

David Moon, The Huffington Post, 26th July 2013

Camden Fringe 2013: top five comedy shows

Our critic's picks of the comedy offerings in NW1.

Ben Williams, Time Out, 26th July 2013

Fringe comedy highlights 2013: top ten free shows

Our pick of the best free comedy shows at the world's biggest arts festival.

Ben Williams, Time Out, 26th July 2013

Fringe 2013: More than just fringe benefits

In 2011, sisters Lizzie and Sarah Daykin performed at the Fringe as Toby, a double act who struggled to keep a lid on sibling rivalries. Now they've thrown a third wheel - rising star Nathan Dean Williams - into the mix to become Thrice. For those who like their sketches to come with a dose of darkness.

Alice Jones, The Independent, 26th July 2013

Fringe 2013: More than just fringe benefits

The Norwegian winner of last year's Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Newcomer returns with his sophomore effort. Not an easy watch, but his mix of odd anecdotes and clowning makes his one of the most compelling voices of the moment.

Alice Jones, The Independent, 26th July 2013

Omid Djalili to star in 'The Shawshank Redemption'

Omid Djalili tells James Rampton why he's tackling serious drama as well as stand-up at the Edinburgh Festival.

James Rampton, The Telegraph, 26th July 2013

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