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Sarah Keyworth: 10 things that make me laugh
Sarah Keyworth writes a piece for us ahead of her new show Dark Horse at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Sarah Keyworth, Female First, 25th July 201810 things that make me laugh by Damien Warren-Smith
Garry Star writes a piece for us ahead of his new show Garry Starr Performs Everything at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Damien Warren-Smith, Female First, 25th July 2018Stewart Lee on Content Provider
"I am road-worn, shapeless and undignified, a relic, revelling in my own irrelevance."
Stewart Lee, i Newspaper, 25th July 2018Fringe Q&As: William Andrews
William Andrews on his new show Willy.
Linda Howard, The Herald, 25th July 2018Fringe Q&As: Lucas Tamaren and Henry Was
Lucas Tamaren and Henry Was from Thumpasaurus on getting people to dance and let go of their minds.
Linda Howard, The Herald, 25th July 2018Fringe Q&As: Josh Harvey
Josh Harvey on performing with The Lampoons in their new show, House On Haunted Hill.
Linda Howard, The Herald, 25th July 2018Our pick of unmissable shows at the Fringe this year
A week today, the capital will once again be taken over by comedians, circus acts, dancers, actors, musicians and the gloriously bizarre as the 71st Fringe festival begins.
Murray Scougall, The Sunday Post, 25th July 2018I talk to: Joe Sutherland
He was part of the Pleasance Comedy Reserve in 2015 and last year Joe Sutherland performed his debut hour at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and he's wasting no time in bringing audiences his second hour, Toxic.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 25th July 2018Ten memorable Room 101 moments
As host Frank Skinner announces that 'Room 101 is dead', we look back at some memorable moments from the show
Chortle, 25th July 2018Josh Glanc: Edinburgh Fringe 2018 interview
Josh Glanc interview.
Laugh Out London, 25th July 2018The Crooners: Edinburgh Fringe 2018 interview
The Crooners interview.
Laugh Out London, 25th July 2018Baby Wants Candy: the Edinburgh interviews 2018
Baby Wants Candy interview.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 25th July 2018Sacha Baron Cohen ridicule prompts lawmaker to quit
A Georgia lawmaker ridiculed by dropping his trousers and using racial slurs on Sacha Baron Cohen's Who Is America? show has said he will resign.
BBC, 25th July 2018A life primer that means so much to millennials
In 2008, millennials were just beginning to discover the joys and horrors of the opposite sex. This coming-of-age classic gave us a few key lessons.
Brigid Harrison-Draper, The Guardian, 25th July 2018Gone Fishing has been the perfect antidote to bleak TV
You might not have thought that two ageing comedians bumbling around Britain in their waders would make for one of the surprise TV highlights of 2018. But Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing definitely has been.
Mark Butler, i Newspaper, 25th July 2018Thrones!: the Edinburgh interviews 2018
Thrones! interview.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 25th July 2018You have to be joking? Nick Elleray
Nick Elleray interview.
Short Com, 25th July 2018You have to be joking? Laurence Clark
Laurence Clark interview.
Short Com, 25th July 2018+3 interview: Myra Dubois: We Wish You a Myra Christmas
"Getting to see me LIVE and in the flesh was a pretty big thing to have happened to those 3, 000 people!"
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 25th July 2018+3 interview: Ashley Blaker: Observant Jew
"I have just finished a five-week run Off Broadway in New York."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 25th July 2018+3 interview: Luca Cupani: God Digger
"It's about my exciting life as a practising Catholic and an observant hypochondriac."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 25th July 2018+3 interview: Robyn Perkins: 10,000 Decisions
"In a former life I was a landscape architect, so actually worked on Quartermile quite a bit."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 25th July 2018+3 interview: Sisters: On Demand
"As a comedian you're whole year seems to revolve around August so we're really excited to head back. It's a bit like a summer camp for comedians."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 25th July 2018+3 interview: Imran Yusuf: Saint, Sinner, Sufi
"It's a show for grown ups with plenty of club comedy style laughs and both well-informed and experienced anecdotes of life."
Dan Lentell, Edinburgh49, 25th July 2018Fringe 2018 - A Sockful of Custard
In this the centenary year of Spike Milligan's birth, Chris Larner and Jeremy Stockwell celebrate the life and work of this British comedy legend with laughs, songs, philosophy and utter, utter silliness.
Chloe Nelkin, The Edinburgh Reporter, 25th July 2018Preview - Henry Paker
Man Alive is a show about expectation meeting reality, and it making you want to gag.
Aaron McGillivray, Deadline News, 25th July 2018Preview - The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du The
Audiences are invited to experience six actor-musicians in Riddlestick's Theatre musical comedy The Cabinet of Madame Fanny Du Thé.
Larissa Beck, Deadline News, 25th July 2018Preview - Chris Henry
Join Chris Henry on his worldwide journey to find 'The One' as he returns to the Edinburgh fringe Festival with his new show Around the World in 80 Dates.
Larissa Beck, Deadline News, 25th July 2018Review: Great Yorkshire Fringe, George Egg
As George Egg was banished by his doctor and wife to the shed on a strict diet, he repurposed his tools where he decides to prepare three healthy meals. It was an absolute blast.
Catherine Turnbull, The York Press, 25th July 2018BWW Q&A- Garry Starr Performs Everything
BWW speaks to Damien Warren-Smith about bringing Garry Starr Performs Everything to the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 25th July 201810 theatre shows you might be interested in
Fringe plays with a comedy angle.
Chortle, 25th July 2018Maddie Campion: 20 Uses for a Lovedoll - interview
Funny Women editor Kate Stone talked to Maddie about her show, going it alone in Edinburgh and why her lovedoll isn't a real doll...
Kate Stone, Funny Women, 25th July 2018Pierre Novellie: the Edinburgh interviews 2018
Pierre Novellie interview.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 25th July 2018Simon Munnery: 'I assumed everybody went to Edinburgh'
Fringe veteran and innovative japester is putting his multifarious talents to the fore with a new funeral-inspired show.
Kirstyn Smith, The List, 25th July 2018Jayde Adams: Comedy gets lost when you become a winner
Hiding pain and being fabulous are the twin ambitions of Jayde Adams at the Fringe.
Claire Sawers, The List, 25th July 2018Fringe 2018 - Diary of an Expat
Diary of an Expat is a relevant and thought-provoking one-woman show, directed by Katharina Reinthaller (Labels, Fringe First Winner 2015), telling the comic story of the encounter between modern migrant Cecilia and London - a contemporary El Dorado craved by generations of young Europeans.
Chloe Nelkin, The Edinburgh Reporter, 25th July 2018Fringe 2018 - Drenched
Drenched is a one man comedy-theatre piece from Third Man Theatre inspired by 'The Mermaid of Zennor'. Daniel Drench, Cornwall's most prolific and unstable storyteller, presents his own bewildering and moving interpretation of this classic Cornish folk tale.
Chloe Nelkin, The Edinburgh Reporter, 25th July 2018Alter ego Q&A - Karen McLeod/ Barbara Brownskirt
The audience is semi-welcomed into the bitter-sweet world of being an (unknowingly rubbish) lesbian poet in 21st century Britain.
Lucy Samson, Deadline News, 25th July 2018Preview - A Very Brexit Musical
A Very Brexit Musical follows the story of a newly qualified journalist who gets his first big break writing for the Maily Dail, just as a big upset in British politics is about to occur.
Lucy Samson, Deadline News, 25th July 2018Preview - Kevin Quantum
Kevin Quantum has had sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe every year since 2015. This year he has returned with his new show Vanishing Point.
Lucy Samson, Deadline News, 25th July 2018BWW Q&A- We Need The Eggs
BWW speaks to Richard Todd about bringing We Need The Eggs to the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 25th July 2018A piggy interview with Jack Shanik
Jack Shanik interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 25th July 2018A piggy interview with Paul Sinha
Paul Sinha interview.
Wrigley Worm, FringePig, 25th July 2018Top home-grown shows to catch at the Edinburgh Fringe
As local experts, we'd like to shine a light on some of Edinburgh's finest home-grown artistes (that we get to enjoy all year-round) who are stepping up to present their work to global audiences this summer. Perhaps you'll join them?
Steve Griffin, Edinburgh49, 25th July 2018BWW Q&A- Finding Fassbender
BWW catches up with Lydia Larson to chat about bringing Finding Fassbender to the 2018 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Natalie O'Donoghue, Broadway World, 25th July 2018The League of Gentlemen: laughing in the dark
Twenty years ago "four northern lads" brought their blackly comic vision of small-town life to our screens. Now The League of Gentlemen are back to expose the shadowy heart of England.
Kate Mossman, The New Statesman, 25th July 2018Eshaan Akbar on the funny side of the Koran
Eshaan Akbar is a diplomatic provocateur.
Samuel Fishwick, Evening Standard, 25th July 2018Ed Fringe 2018: Heidi Versus Sharks
Danielle Mustarde catches up with comedian and self-confessed shark fanatic Heidi Regan.
Danielle Mustarde, Diva Mag, 25th July 2018Tipp Today Highlights: Otterfox Almanac of Silly Rhymes
The Otterfox Almanac of Silly Rhymes is a fun adventure, with words by Michael John Byrne which have been brightly illustrated by Michael's brother Eamonn.
Tipp FM, 25th July 2018Ouroboros review
With just herself and a few props, Charlotte Fox delivers a masterclass in physical performing.
Joseph Prestwich, The Spy In The Stalls, 25th July 2018Videos
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Live From The BBC
Series 3, Episode 5 - Desiree BurchNew York City's Desiree Burch has exploded on to the comedy scene in London which she now calls home. From growing up in the States to making love like James Brown, Desiree delivers a no-holds-barred performance that explores everything from sex, relationships, race, body image and social change.
11:30am30 min
Jack & Millie
Series 1, Episode 2 - Special LunchJack and Millie have a son. And Melvin has an app. And Melvin's wife Delphine has a dog. And Daniel Craig has both his eyebrows.
9pm60 min
Double Acts
Episode 1 - Abbott & CostelloDame Barbara Windsor tells the tragicomic story of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, America's most popular double act during the 1930s, 40s and early 50s.
10pm30 min
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing
Series 1, Episode 6 - The Pike (River Test, Hampshire)Paul and Bob decide to try and catch a legendary pike, which is perhaps not the best idea for two men of a certain age with heart problems.
10pm30 min
Stath Lets Flats
Series 1, Episode 5 - A Romance Of LoveAfter a night of drunken passion with his former rival Carole, Stath is infatuated.
10pm50 min
CelebAbility
Series 2, Episode 5This episode's guests are Matthew Wolfenden, Nathan Henry, Perri Shakes-Drayton, Amber Davies and Ashley Roberts.
10pm30 min
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 5, Episode 2 - Iain Stirling At The Comedy StoreComedy genius Iain Stirling is at the legendary Comedy Store in London playing host to the brilliantly funny Darren Harriott, the wonderful Jake Lambert and the amazing Fern Brady.
10:30pm30 min
Lookalikes
Series 2, Episode 4Still down on his luck, Andy must help his former PA Camilla set up her online dating agency. But having exaggerated his skills as a computer programmer, Andy's internet antics could alienate potential clients 'Kate Moss' and 'Hermione Granger'.
11pm15 min
Bunk Bed
Series 5, Episode 3Bafta-winning actor Jane Horrocks is on the pull-out mattress beside Peter and Patrick as they discuss sexy songs, caravanning, and David Bowie.
11:15pm15 min
Sindhustan
Episode 4 - Fruits of LabourSindhu looks at raising children in a multi-generational family. Her kids may call her 'mate' and occasionally 'bruv', but they are still the centre of the family.
2am30 min
Sick Note
Series 2, Episode 1 - Frantisek KotzwaraThings are looking pretty messy. Daniel is still pretending to be ill and he and Dr Glennis are struggling to keep track of all their lies. But it's about to get a whole lot worse for this deceitful duo.
2:30am30 min
Sick Note
Series 2, Episode 2 - New BallsWill_5000 stirs up a whole lot of trouble when he rocks up at Daniel's work.