BCG Daily Tuesday 11th November 2014
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Review: Dave Gorman
It is difficult to pick a highlight in a show so jam-packed with entertainment, but Dave Gorman's boyish glee when reciting the words of angry internet commenters in the form of a "found poem" probably has to take it.
Elliott Clarke, Giggle Beats, 11th November 2014Hodder & Stoughton: 'no Dapper Laughs book'
Hodder & Stoughton has said it is not publishing a book by controversial TV "comedian" Dapper Laughs, describing listings for the book on Amazon and its own site as being "mistakenly fed out".
Sarah Shaffi, The Bookseller, 11th November 2014Knightmare Live at Lyric Theatre
Tim is wearing the Helmet of Justice, and is therefore blind, because justice is blind. Actually, he isn't, but he hasn't seen Knightmare before so this is very much a metaphor.
Stewart Pringle and Tim Foley, Exeunt Magazine, 11th November 2014Dapper Laughs and everyday sexism: spot the difference
We watched Dapper Laughs' videos, and found some disturbing parallels with stories from the everyday sexism blog, where women recount catcalls and harassment that really pissed them off. It's hard for most sane people to see this kind of Dapper Laughs' 'humour' as anything other than sexual harassment when he shouts unsolicited sexual comments at women in the street.
Helena Norton, The Mirror, 11th November 2014No LOLs barred: wrestlers can be funny too!
From their larger-than-life personas to ridiculous stunts, wrestlers make surprisingly good comedians. As William Regal tours his standup show, host Chris Brooker picks his three fave funny fighters.
John Stansfield, The Skinny, 11th November 2014Noel Fielding interview
'I live in the daytime now, and I meditate and play tennis'
Ben Williams, Time Out, 11th November 2014A defence of "the Blackadder view of history"
Earlier this year there was debate sparked between historians, politicians, journalists and entertainers about the historical accuracy of Blackadder Goes Forth. Critics of the series believe that the sitcom was too critical of its portrayal of World War One. This has led to one form of critical attack dubbed: "The Blackadder view of history".
Ian Wolf, On The Box, 11th November 2014Dapper Laughs show axed: the funniest Twitter reactions
Even before the news broke, it wasn't looking good for Dapper Laughs...
Andrea Mann, The Huffington Post, 11th November 2014Phill Jupitus to join the cast of Urinetown
Phill Jupitus is to join the cast of the West End production of the American comedy musical Urinetown.
Matthew Hemley, The Stage, 11th November 2014Ben Elton: 'Michael Gove made an arse of himself'
The ceasefire is over: Ben Elton is fighting back. "Michael Gove made a complete arse of himself over Blackadder," says the writer, responding at last to the blistering attack on his First World War trenches comedy earlier in the year. "He is not a bad man but it was a monumentally stupid observation to say that we are not gung-ho enough about the war."
Cole Moreton, The Telegraph, 11th November 2014Dapper Laughs: Why are women still the punchline?
Controversial comedian Daniel O'Reilly has had his show On The Pull axed by ITV, after an internet backlash. Daisy Buchanan applauds the decision and examines why we're still being subjected to this offensive brand of television
Daisy Buchanan, The Telegraph, 11th November 2014Hitchhiker's Guide TV series two: What might have been
Some of the ideas Douglas Adams had for the never-made second TV series of The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy were revealed last night. His thoughts included getting rid of Zaphod Beeblebrox's second head - which never looked convincing with the 1980s special effects and BBC budgets - and building up the role of Trillian, the only major female character in the story.
Chortle, 11th November 2014Vicious to start shooting series two in January
ITV confirms a filming date for its sitcom about a gay couple in a flatshare.
Ben Dowell, Radio Times, 11th November 2014Why Dapper Laughs is not going away any time soon
Instead of slipping into obscurity as he should, Daniel O'Reilly will probably turn up on the next reality TV show - because now we all know who he is.
Stuart Heritage, The Guardian, 11th November 20145 excellent things about Comedy Vehicle series 3
Chris Morris, context, actual jokes ... a few thoughts on this rather excellent series.
London Is Funny, 11th November 2014Dapper Laughs: here's question that really needs asking
The problem is, nowadays, many 'personalities' arrive on our screens without TV companies and media outlets getting involved. While on this occasion, ITV gave Dapper what must have seemed like a helping hand, plenty of stars make it onto our laptops and phones before they do our TVs.
Rachel McGrath, The Huffington Post, 11th November 2014Mock the Week isn't left-wing - it's puerile
Right wingers need to stop carping about luvvie bias at the Beeb.
Patrick West, Spiked, 11th November 2014Review: Eric and Little Ern - Harrogate Theatre
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Morecambe and Wise could not fail to be really flattered and touched at such a great tribute to them.
Rosie Revell, The Public Reviews, 11th November 2014Terry Jones to make Charlie Chaplin documentary
Monty Python legend Terry Jones is making a documentary about Charlie Chaplin. He will travel to Switzerland in the coming days to interview one of Chaplin's sons for the film, which he is making for TV.
Chortle, 11th November 2014Review: John Bishop, touring
He's not a great gagsmith, but occasionally turns a nice phrase.
Veronica Lee, The Arts Desk, 11th November 2014Toast of London review
Accept Toast of London for what it is: an inexplicable romp through an alternate London. For fans of surrealist humour this could be your cup of tea (not one worth risking attempting to steal your flatmate's milk for) and for those perplexed by The Mighty Boosh and the like - you have been warned.
Helen Lister, The Student Newspaper, 11th November 2014Is success a curse for stand-ups?
Tim Minchin and Stewart Lee have both observed that fame and acclaim create dilemmas for comedians, who habitually punch upwards. But a comfortable life needn't blunt dissent and satire.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 11th November 2014Dapper Laughs cancels his live tour of the UK
Comedian admits: "It was a type of comedy that I should not have been doing. Dapper Laughs is gone."
Andrew Dipper, Giggle Beats, 11th November 2014Was ITV right to axe the 'Proper Moist' lad comic?
Dapper Laughs might have been unpleasant and not particularly funny, but is it not dangerous to start calling for the heads of everyone we find offensive or unpleasant?
Alex Fletcher, Digital Spy, 11th November 2014Lee Kern: Some clarity on Dapper Laughs
Lee Kern answers some questions about Dapper Laughs.
Lee Kern, The Huffington Post, 11th November 2014The best new comedy you've probably not seen
The BBC have recently confirmed a second series which I'm chuffed about and I hope more will start raving about this new comedy and I hope more people unearth this hidden gem.
The Custard TV, 11th November 2014Comedy conference 2014
The reason for this blog is to let you know that those real comedy geeks over at the British Comedy Guide a running another conference on Saturday 29th November 2014. I'm really glad that these guys are running comedy conferences because they just love comedy. And that comes through in everything they do.
James Cary, Sitcom Geek, 11th November 2014Caitlin Moran's "How to Build a Girl" to become film
Alison Owen and Debra Hayward's newly formed Monumental Pictures has acquired the film rights to Caitlin Moran's novel How to Build a Girl. Moran and John Niven are adapting the book. The project is backed by Film4.
Leo Barraclough, Variety, 11th November 2014Review: Babylon
The fate of this series will ultimately rely on the writer's and director's ability to maintain the sometimes-difficult tone, as finding the right balance may prove tough to sustain. But the show has a talented cast from top to bottom and promises to never ever be boring. It's worth a watch.
Ryan Hooper, On The Box, 11th November 2014Videos
TV & radio
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups
Series 2, Episode 1 - Lost And FoundA flood at Tom's family home makes him reflect on what is important to keep and what is not.
Give Out Girls
Episode 5 - The TruthA new recruit - George - joins the gang to promote frozen chips. She's lovely and sticks up for Marilyn against the group - but she a bit on the whiffy side.
Bad Robots
Series 1, Episode 1In this first episode, student Barney ties himself in knots when posting a fragile wedding present using the TezCorp Frank and Send machine, and a photo booth believes its users would prefer to have their passport photo printed on a shower curtain or a duvet cover.
The Revolution Will Be Televised
Series 3, Episode 6Dale Maily files a special report from New Orleans, the home of jazz and drunken debauchery. Street magician Alternator tricks unsuspecting gamblers in Vegas and The World of Coca Cola gets a new exhibit in its museum. Back in the UK, Zam Zmith gets OMG with Jessie J and Tulisa at the MOBO Awards, James and Barnaby roll out the Government's fracking campaign and Co-op Bank gets a well-deserved rebrand.
What The Future?
Episode 1 - BeesAll the bees are dead. And we love it! Britons revel in sting-less, insect-free summers. But soon all the honey vanishes and instantly becomes the must-have accoutrement for rappers and grime artists. With no pollination, all fruits and vegetables vanish and a panicked government tries to find bees in North Korea and, confusingly, space. Can Brian Cox and Brian May, the country's leading science people, find a solution? Probably not.