BCG Daily Wednesday 15th August 2018
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Sanjeev Kohli tells fans to get hankies ready for final
The Glasgow actor, best known as shopkeeper Navid Harrid, started filming the final series of shenanigans.
Paul English, Daily Record, 15th August 201810 comedy shows you must see
Here's our pick of this year's must see comedy shows.
The Scotsman, 15th August 2018Winners in second round of The Stage Edinburgh Awards
Performers in Underground Railroad Game and Island Town are the latest to be recognised as part of The Stage Edinburgh Awards.
Giverny Masso, The Stage, 15th August 2018Three to see on 15 Aug
Three recommended shows to see on Wednesday 15 Aug...
ThreeWeeks, 15th August 2018Mat Ricardo picks his comedy favourites
'Drag queens discussing wrestling, what's not to love'
Mat Ricardo, Chortle, 15th August 2018Shop that inspired Open All Hours may shut down
Shop that inspired BBC comedy could shut after 90 years of trading over healthy and safety complaint about goods outside.
Alexander Robertson, Daily Mail, 15th August 2018Piff The Magic Dragon recalls his most memorable gigs
'The dragon suit made my grouchiness socially acceptable'
John Van Der Put, Chortle, 15th August 2018Michael Joseph to publish Sue Perkins's travel memoir
Michael Joseph is publishing a new travel-inspired memoir from Sue Perkins called East of Croydon: blunderings through India and South East Asia.
Katherine Cowdrey, The Bookseller, 15th August 2018The Festival review
Relentlessly crude but good-natured British comedy.
Geoffrey MacNab, The Independent, 15th August 2018Fringe performer in appeal to find missing teddy owner
An Edinburgh Fringe performer has taken to social media to try and find the owner of a lost teddy bear.
Diane King, Edinburgh Evening News, 15th August 2018Why nobody's coming to your Fringe show
Steffan Alun has some tips for fellow comedians.
Steffan Alun, Chortle, 15th August 2018Interview with Flo & Joan
I spoke to sisters Nicola and Rosie (Flo & Joan) about performing together, their experiences at the Fringe and why the arts are important.
Sam Nead, Voice Magazine, 15th August 2018Interview with Tom Houghton
I spoke to comedian Tom Houghton about performing at the Fringe, his fascinating upbringing and how to get into stand-up comedy.
Sam Nead, Voice Magazine, 15th August 2018Camilla Cleese on her dad John
The comedian is doing a show about her father in Edinburgh. She talks about the sexist LA standup scene, her reconciliation with her dad - and doing jokes about his ex-wives.
Emine Saner, The Guardian, 15th August 2018Perfect Day #4
Can't decide what to see? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here's a perfect day at the Fringe, courtesy of Fest.
Fest Mag, 15th August 2018What's the most you have put into a Free Fringe bucket?
Fringe interview.
Chortle, 15th August 2018Chris Sussman interview
Chris Sussman is the talented Head of BBC Comedy, the executive producer of John Cleese's latest series, Hold the Sunset and was instrumental in bringing shows like Not Going Out, Rev, People Just Do Nothing and Charlie Brooker's Screenwipe to TV. Here Chris talks to Mandy News about how he made it to the top in comedy, what he looks for in new shows and his favourite UK and US series.
Diedre Johnson, Mandy, 15th August 2018Aaron Calvert: Edinburgh Fringe 2018 interview
Aaron Calvert interview.
Laugh Out London, 15th August 2018Timmy: Edinburgh Fringe 2018 interview
Joz Norris (left) discusses his new role in the play Timmy.
Laugh Out London, 15th August 2018Mr Fruit Salad: Edinburgh Fringe 2018 interview
Mr Fruit Salad interview.
Laugh Out London, 15th August 2018Comedy script room - top tips and advice
There are no 'rules' of course and a fair bit of crossover, but I hope some of this is helpful.
Keith Martin, BBC, 15th August 2018The good wives
The sparkling Fringe Wives Club unite to educate, entertain and take down the patriarchy.
George Sully, Fest Mag, 15th August 2018Hang Ups, episode two, review
An endless stream of chaotic comedy.
Rachel Ward, The Telegraph, 15th August 2018Edinburgh Review: Jew-O-Rama
"It's like an El AL flight in here!" proclaims the MC of Jew-O-Rama, Philip Simon. Jew-O-Rama is partly his creation and it aims to bring the best Jewish and Jew-ish comedians at the Edinburgh Fringe together for a daily comedy compilation show over lunchtime.
Jane Prinsley, The Jewish Chronicle, 15th August 2018TV & radio
Fags, Mags And Bags
Series 8, Episode 1 - A Song For LenzieRamesh discovers to his horror than Sanjay hasn't been entirely truthful about his college education after The Bish spots him busking in East Kilbride
Animal TV
Episode 13 - Bubbles!!Simon tries (and fails) to steal Dotty's thunder in the Animal TV studio, there's an exclusive interview from the set of Goats of Fury, the Guinea Pig Brother housemates successfully complete another task, and ATV special reporter Tosh uncovers another unusual natural phenomenon.
Bitz & Bob
Series 2, Episode 11 - Castle Bake OffRivalries are brought to the boil in the Yum-tastic Pizza Bake Off as Bob vies with Zip and Pop for the prize.
Judge Romesh
Series 1, Episode 3This episode sees the most shocking case yet as two friends fight over money, girls and with the Judge! Plus a sister brings her brother to court after his meddling in her love life led to public humiliation.
CelebAbility
Series 2, Episode 8Celebrity guests this episode are Melvin Odoom, Deano Baily, AJ Pritchard, Charlotte Dawson and CiCi Coleman.
Judge Romesh
Series 1, Episode 4This episode sees the world of celebrity step in to the court as Blue stars Duncan James and Anthony Costa clash over the rightful ownership of a Brit Award. And a passionate brother and sister come to boiling point over some pooey property.
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store
Series 5, Episode 5 - Suzi Ruffell At The Comedy StoreThe riotously funny Suzi Ruffell is your host at the prestigious Comedy Store, where she is joined by the amazing Brennan Reece, the hugely funny Rosie Jones and the joyous Lauren Pattison.
Felicity Ward - Appisodes
Series 1, Episode 2 - IBSFelicity downloads a new app each week to help her de-stress, refocus and find practical solutions to her various trouble areas - anxiety, depression, IBS and insomnia. With Jess Fosketew.