BCG Daily Monday 12th January 2015
Features
Press clippings
Review: Sara Pascoe vs History, The Lowry, Salford
Sara Pascoe is an inventive and highly likable comedian with the writing skills and comedic power to provide a hugely funny, completely fascinating almost-lecture in the guise of a stand-up show.
Molly Stewart, Giggle Beats, 12th January 2015Comedy review: Dylan Moran - Drygate, Glasgow
Work-in-progress for his next big tour, which he's been developing for several years, some routines, such as an unusually intimate masturbation reverie, don't fully cohere yet. Nevertheless, the existential howl of despair running through them is compelling. And the brusquely poetic way in which Moran characterises such trends as Netflix and Russell Brand is exquisite.
Jay Richardson, The Scotsman, 12th January 2015Celebrating Black Books' best episodes
Though it's been absent from our screens since 2004, Black Books remains one of the most memorable comedies of recent years, as much for its wonderful characters as for its endlessly quotable scripts.
Gem Wheeler, Den Of Geek, 12th January 2015David Walliams pens Comic Relief book
Bestselling author David Walliams has written an exclusive picture book for Comic Relief - The Queen's Orang-Utan.
Comic Relief, 12th January 2015Life's a running joke for Jason Byrne
Jason Byrne is surprised by people's surprise that he ran the New York City marathon last November. He did it to raise money for Temple Street Children's Hospital.
Richard Fitzpatrick, The Irish Examiner, 12th January 2015Trygve Wakenshaw, Soho Theatre - comedy review
This show, part of the London International Mime Festival, is not exactly weighty with existential meaning. It is merely something to watch and cherish.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 12th January 2015Review: I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
A night at which it was a privilege to be in attendance, I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue - Live On Stage is the antidote to the post Christmas, eternal winter blues that your doctor would never prescribe for fear of cracking too many ribs, and underlines just how important some slapstick, derisive comedy can be.
Chris High, Click Liverpool, 12th January 2015Why bringer gigs are bad
The nights giving new comics false hope.
Zak Splijt, Chortle, 12th January 2015Norman Wisdom's scripts to be displayed in Leicester
Items belonging to Norman Wisdom will be displayed in Leicester.
The Stage, 12th January 2015Gavin Webster interview
He's one of the funniest stand-ups in the UK, but Geordie comedian Gavin Webster never thought he'd win a comedy award. Yet on Christmas Eve, he did just that. Gavin, whose hard-edged routines can - he admits - split critics and audiences alike, was named the 2014 comedian's comedian in a poll by his fellow stand-ups. He talks to Andrew Dipper about the award, over two decades as a stand-up comedian, his short stint on Never Mind The Buzzcocks, thoughts on new acts, comedy reviewers, cracking the Edinburgh Fringe and more.
Andrew Dipper, Giggle Beats, 12th January 2015Preview: Omid Djalili, Iranalamadingdong
Making big points not on the Iranian-British star's agenda these days.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 12th January 2015Nick Robinson: My beef with Russell Brand
Firstly, can I just say as loudly and clearly as I can - "They're not!" All the same, that is. Politicians, I mean. Secondly, no, really, they're not... all in it for themselves. And thirdly, yes it does... make a difference whether you vote or not and who you vote for. Are you listening, Russell Brand, and admirers of the man with the most manicured chest in Britain?
Nick Robinson, Radio Times, 12th January 2015How we made Smack the Pony
Sally Phillips, actor: 'I was afraid it would be so awful that no woman would ever be allowed on television again'
Laura Bennett, The Guardian, 12th January 2015David Griffiths catches brand breaking copyright again
A comedian is trying to force French Connection to drop a range of T-shirts parodying other brands. The move is sweet revenge for Dave Griffiths, who had previously been threatened by the clothing giant for infringing their trademarks.
Chortle, 12th January 2015Dizney Rascal: comedy that sends up Walt's princesses
At the age of 26, Rebecca Humphries realised all she liked was Disney, Taylor Swift and One Direction. So she turned them into a hit comedy show called Dizney Rascal.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 12th January 2015I'm creating a comedy databank for Islamic Birmingham
Fox News terrorism expert Steven Emerson claimed Britain's second city was entirely Islamic. Will I have to adjust my jokes?
Stewart Lee, The Guardian, 12th January 2015How to work with a comedy writing mentor
I am pressing on with my lonely foray into character comedy and writing what I hope might some day be the pilot of a sitcom - helped by Micheal Jacob, my writing mentor who has, so far never backed away from me in a social situation (although there's still time).
Chris Smith, The Huffington Post, 12th January 2015Trygve Wakenshaw: Kraken, Soho Theatre - comedy review
This strong, silent type is in the zone with his new show Kraken.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 12th January 2015Ricky Tomlinson says Grimsby is 'love or hate' film
Ricky Tomlinson has also been out in Cape Town filming scenes for the World Cup-related comedy, due out this summer.
Catherine Jones, Liverpool Echo, 12th January 2015Videos
TV & radio
The Best Laid Plans
Episode 2 - Pedal PowerSmallbone is set to lead the gang in staging a cycling protest against the building of a new multi-story car park.
Gigglebiz
Series 4, Episode 6Keith Fitt demonstrates his karate skills, Will Barrow fills up a birdbath in the garden and Gail Force places the final card on a giant house of cards.
The Unbelievable Truth
Series 14, Episode 3David Mitchell is joined by Arthur Smith, Sarah Millican, Sandi Toksvig and Graeme Garden as they lie on the subjects of death, balloons, farming and Jane Austen.
Backchat
Series 2, Episode 2Join Jack Whitehall and his father, Michael, for a truly eclectic mix of guests and chat. On the sofa this week are John Prescott and Noel Fielding.
Drunk History
Series 1, Episode 1Tonight Rob Beckett on Henry VIII, Kerry Howard talks Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, and James Acaster on The Black Death.