BCG Daily Saturday 21st July 2018
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Ismo: Edinburgh Fringe 2018 interview
Finnish comedian Ismo is reaching international audiences due in part to a YouTube clip of his appearance on a late night U.S. chat show discussing the definition of 'ass'. The meaning of words forms a crucial part of this year's show.
Laugh Out London, 21st July 2018Ian Smith: 10 things that make me laugh
Ian Smith writes a piece ahead of his new show Craft at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Ian Smith, Female First, 21st July 2018Fringe Q&As: Lizzy Skrzypiec
Lizzy Skrzypiec, director and performer of Murder, She Didn't Write on the interactive improv show.
Linda Howard, The Herald, 21st July 2018Fringe Q&As: Lydia Larson
Lydia Larson on Finding Fasbender - a one woman charge through the modern obstacle course of ambition.
Linda Howard, The Herald, 21st July 2018Fringe Q&As: Garrett Millerick
Garrett Millerick on his new stand-up show, Sunflower and walking round the meadows with his dog.
Linda Howard, The Herald, 21st July 2018Fringe Q&As: Aaron Calvert
Aaron Calvert on his new show, Declassified, Michael Caine and how Irn bru can cure any ailment.
Linda Howard, The Herald, 21st July 2018Keith Lemon targeted by moped thugs
Keith Lemon has revealed a moped thief tried to mug him for his watch yesterday.
The Sun, 21st July 2018Interview: rarely asked questions - Mark Simmons
If you don't laugh at Simmons ask a friend to check that you aren't dead.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 21st July 2018You have to be joking? We Are Thing
Mr Thing interview.
Short Com, 21st July 2018You have to be joking? Grant Buse
Grant Buse interview.
Short Com, 21st July 2018An interview with Kevin Matviw
Kevin Matviw is a Canadian comedian par excellence, & this year he doubling up with two fine, fine shows. The Mumble managed a wee blether with this very brave, & very funny, man.
The Mumble, 21st July 2018There must be a place at the BBC for future Pythons
"Every one of us fights some battle, not all visible. And there are areas where the pious, reverse discrimination becomes plain potty," writes Libby Purves.
Libby Purves, Radio Times, 21st July 2018The 30 best living comedians
In the run-up to the Edinburgh Festival our comedy critic Dominic Maxwell ranks the funniest comics working now.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 21st July 2018Frank Skinner interview
The comedian has a new role, unveiling his first play in Edinburgh, but he won't be leaving the laughs behind.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 21st July 2018My culture fix: Reginald D Hunter
The comedian lets us into his cultural life.
The Times, 21st July 2018Sooty at 70: Magic, water pistols & enduring popularity
When Harry Corbett bought a bear glove puppet on Blackpool's North Pier in 1948 to entertain his children, he could surely not have realised he was teaming up with a future TV icon.
Chris Long, BBC, 21st July 2018Short 'n' Curly: Edinburgh Fringe 2018 interview
Short 'n' Curly are a fun, silly sketch group who make life feel good. And one of them has a defibrillator in their chest.
Laugh Out London, 21st July 2018Alice Fraser: the Edinburgh interviews 2018
Alice Fraser interview.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 21st July 2018Jacob Hawley: the Edinburgh interviews 2018
Jacob Hawley interview.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 21st July 2018Steve Bugeja: the Edinburgh interviews 2018
Steve Bugeja interview.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 21st July 2018June comedian of the month #48, Pippa Evans
An improviser and singer, Pippa Evans is an enigmatic figure on stage.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 21st July 2018The Sleeping Trees interview
The madcap sketch trio talk about their new Fringe show.
Kevin Ibbotson-Wight, The Wee Review, 21st July 2018Interview: Alex Kealy
At this year's Edinburgh Fringe Alex Kealy will try to make politics funny again.
Angela Johnson, Entertainment Focus, 21st July 2018Interview: Nick Hall
Comedian Nick Hall on performing 'two and a half' shows at Edinburgh Fringe 2018
Angela Johnson, Entertainment Focus, 21st July 2018Interview: Lydia Larson on Finding Fassbender
Hello! My name is Lydia Larson.
Theatre Weekly, 21st July 2018A piggy interview with Rik Carranza
Rik Carranza interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 21st July 2018I talk to: Sarah Keyworth
She's one of the rising stars in comedy and following tour support for Dane Baptiste, Stewart Francis and Kerry Godliman, Nottingham-born Sarah Keyworth is debuting her first hour at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Dark Horse.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 21st July 2018Cabaret and variety picks
More triple-threats than you can shake a diamond-encrusted microphone at, the Fringe always does well with cabaret; here are some glitzy highlights.
Fest Mag, 21st July 2018Kids picks
It's never easy keeping little ones entertained during the Fringe. Let Fest find the best for the toughest of critics .
Fest Mag, 21st July 2018Musical picks
The festivals are bursting with musicals, operas and special concerts - we've picked out a handful of gems from this year's programmes.
Fest Mag, 21st July 2018Accessible picks
While disabled access at the Fringe is still not perfect, it has come a long way. Here are some top shows from companies that champion or incorporate access in their work.
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