BCG Daily Sunday 25th September 2016

Press clippings

Ross Noble on why he didn't dread turning 40

The Have I Got New For You funny man tells us the secret behind his spectacular barnet and what he did for his big birthday...

Rosie Hopegood, The Mirror, 25th September 2016

Ellie Taylor on her fashion choices

The wisecracking comedian doesn't take fashion too seriously and loves her high-street wardrobe.

Laura Mulley, The Daily Express, 25th September 2016

Josh Widdicombe interview

Josh Widdicombe relishes return to live comedy shows.

Buxton Advertiser, 25th September 2016

Bridget Jones v Fleabag

Who really is the everywoman of 2016? While Bridget was relatable to women of the 90s, in 2016 we have different concerns.

Ellie Harrison, Radio Times, 25th September 2016

Fleabag created a sitcom world with consequences

Phoebe Waller-Bridge's acclaimed series comes to an end tonight, and its unique subversion of British comedy won't be forgotten.

Huw Fullerton, Radio Times, 25th September 2016

Russell Brand gives his east London cafe to charity

Russell Brand is donating a not-for-profit cafe he opened last year to a charity which supports ex-prisoners and people struggling with addiction.

Yahoo, 25th September 2016

Showstopper! The Improvised Musical - review

How hard can it be to write a musical? Well, in the hands of The Showstoppers, it seems the answer is not very.

Jay Nuttall, The Reviews Hub, 25th September 2016

Veterans' aid goes to Jim Davidson

The comedian Jim Davidson is receiving a salary and expenses from a veterans' charity given £1m of public money.

Andrew Gilligan, The Sunday Times, 25th September 2016

Morgana Robinson's The Agency preview

Whether you're watching with the sound off or your eyes closed, you'll be in no doubt as to who Morgana is portraying. Each sketch is brilliantly written and performed and I really hope that 2016 is the year that Morgana Robinson's talents finally get recognised.

Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 25th September 2016

John Cleese: Much of success is based on luck

The spiky comedic national treasure tells our reporter why he is returning to small-screen laughtermaking, how he only watches cricket on television these days and that he would not go anywhere near Bake Off.

David Stephenson, The Daily Express, 25th September 2016

TV & radio

Richard E. Grant On... Ealing Comedies. Image shows from L to R: Richard E. Grant, Miriam Margolyes. Copyright: Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Richard E. Grant On... Ealing Comedies

Episode 2 - Kind Hearts And Accolades

Richard looks at Ealing's golden years, comedy films that were produced almost back to back, which gave Ealing its rightful place in British comedy history. The Lavender Hill Mob, Kind Hearts And Coronets and The Man In The White Suit are all discussed as Richard celebrates the very best of Ealing.

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