BCG Daily Wednesday 14th October 2015
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Michael McIntyre wins planning dispute
Michael McIntyre has won a planning dispute with a conservation society which branded his proposals as "crude and destructive". The super-rich comedian had felt the wrath of the Heath and Hampstead Society after submitting plans to extend his £5.6 million home.
Adrian Hearn, The Mirror, 14th October 2015Goodbye Stephen Fry, now ex-host of QI
It was announced today that Stephen Fry has resigned as the host of QI. This announcement has come completely out of the blue. It has been a total shock for me personally.
Ian Wolf, On The Box, 14th October 2015James Acaster's favourite juries
In his new comedy show, James Acaster confides the ins and outs of his jury service to the audience. So who better to deliver his verdict on film and TV's greatest jurors?
James Acaster, The Guardian, 14th October 2015Doug Stanhope: the Holocaust, US politics and #piggate
With a UK tour underway, GQ caught up with acerbic US comedian Doug Stanhope. Famously bleak, he's worked with Charlie Brooker on the BBC and you can catch his specials on Netflix. We wanted to find out what he makes of current stories in US and UK politics, and how he's finding this tour.
Rupert Myers, GQ, 14th October 2015Rated or dated: Monty Python and the Holy Grail
It's 40 years since the Pythons' take on the Arthurian legend was released. Mickey Noonan revisits the cult classic, but will it get a "Yay!" or a "Ni!"?
Mickey Noonan, Standard Issue, 14th October 2015Anita and Me review
Tanika Gupta's lively adaptation, with music by Ben and Max Ringham, retains the novel's resonance and zest.
Michael Billington, The Guardian, 14th October 2015Toksvig will bring 'naughty sense of humour' to QI
QI creator John Lloyd on Sandi Toksvig, and how Michael Palin was originally going to be host.
John Plunkett, The Guardian, 14th October 2015Sandi Toksvig to host QI: why did it take so long?
Of course we should celebrate Toksvig's new role - but we should also be alarmed that in a country of copious panel shows, this didn't happen far, far sooner. Yes, Toksvig finally getting the QI gig a quarter of a century later is certainly a tiptoe in the right direction but it's also important it doesn't make us complacent. There's a tendency, especially for Brits who don't like to make a fuss, to think 'A woman hosting a panel show, phew. Now we're a modern, equal society. DONE! Next issue, please.'
Kasia Delgado, Radio Times, 14th October 2015Opinion: ...or maybe comedy courses are worth doing
The recent blog post by Jay Islaam questioning the wisdom of doing comedy courses suggested that maybe they are not worth doing. He made some good points, but the answer, however, is not as simple as that.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 14th October 2015As Stephen Fry quits QI, it's now time to axe the show
Without Fry, the dynamic may well change positively, but the rot really has started to set in. The best approach from the BBC would be to ditch it now while it will leave fond memories rather than trying to flog it for a few more years of banality.
Duncan Lindsay, Metro, 14th October 2015Showstopper! The Improvised Musical, comedy review
Showstopper! is a success story that could run and run, says Bruce Dessau.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 14th October 2015Stephen Fry on QI: his most interesting moments
King of factoids Stephen Fry is stepping down from the helm of QI, the BBC2 comedy panel show, after 13 years. Here are some of the best moments from his 180 episodes.
Aisha Gani, The Guardian, 14th October 201510 people you almost didn't recognise in Black Books
Nina Conti as Bernard's true love, Green Wing's Julian Rhind-Tutt as the adventurer/author Fran falls for, Peter Serafinowicz's deep voice, Johnny Vegas as the sleazy landlord, or Rob Brydon as Fran's new boss. Did you notice these...?
Anglonerd, 14th October 2015Brett Goldstein on his new movie, SuperBob
'The Foreign Office have got plans for a superhero...'
Jay Richardson, Chortle, 14th October 2015Attitude breakthrough performance award: Rebecca Root
Stand-up comedian and actress Rebecca Root has become one of the few leading trans women on mainstream television with Boy Meets Girl, and we're thrilled to give her the Breakthrough Performance Award at the Attitude Awards in association with Virgin Holidays.
Ben Kelly, Attitude Magazine, 14th October 2015Dung Beetle spoofs Ladybird after books copyright row
Artist and Sony-nominated comic Miriam Elia, who was forced to withdraw pastiche of children's books hits back with fresh satire
Claire Armitstead, The Guardian, 14th October 2015Fern Brady interview
Stand-up Fern Brady talks to The Skinny about Fringe success, her BBC3 pilot meltdown and finally being able to reveal her real age.
Ben Venables, The Skinny, 14th October 2015Daniel Sloss interview
At the grand old age of 25, Daniel Sloss has established himself as one of the finest stand-ups on the scene.
Cambridge News, 14th October 2015Boyfriend proposes at Dapper Laughs gig
Brave boyfriend Ryan Armstrong proposed to his girlfriend live on stage at one of Dapper Laugh's shows. And with a helping hand from Dapper himself, the answer was a resounding 'yes'.
Ellie Cullen, Nottingham Post, 14th October 2015Writer Elliott Kerrigan hails incredible feedback
"I've had people email me telling me what the show means to them, and that's been the most incredible thing" says Elliott Kerrigan.
Newcastle Chronicle, 14th October 2015Preview: Greater Manchester Comedy Festival 2015
The Greater Manchester Comedy Festival returns for its third year next month.
Nic Wright, Giggle Beats, 14th October 2015Milton Jones interview
We caught up with Milton to talk about big hair, bad shirts, Mock the Week and his new direction.
Nic Wright, Giggle Beats, 14th October 2015SuperBob review
SuperBob is effectively just one joke stretched out, that of a very abnormal man living a mundane, normal life - but thankfully for all of those involved, it's a rather funny one.
Stefan Pape, Hey U Guys, 14th October 2015Videos
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A Trespasser's Guide To The Classics
Series 1, Episode 1 - Mr Gray's DecoratorsIn 19th-century London, a butler struggles to keep pace with the destructive lifestyle of his employer, a hauntingly good-looking and impressionable young man of means. The butler hires painter-decorators to carry out repairs but when they accidentally damage a portrait hidden in the attic, they find that it has alarming effects on the young man.
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Danger Mouse
Series 1, Episode 13 - The Unusual SuspectsWhen secret information is leaked from HQ all eyes fall on Colonel K! Is it possible he's a traitor or is there something suspicious about his moustache?
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You, Me And The Apocalypse
Episode 332 days to go. Father Jude and Sister Celine try to help a young girl escape from an angry mob that believes she is the Messiah.
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Marley's Ghosts
Series 1, Episode 3The Vicar's developed an infatuation with neighbour Tina's son Gary, and Michael wants to give back to the world. When Adam learns of a daughter he never knew about we see him taking responsibility and proving to Marley that he would have been a good Dad.
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The Celebrity Voicemail Show
Series 1, Episode 4 - Barack ObamaThis week we listen in to the voicemail of US President, Barack Obama.