BCG Daily Monday 3rd December 2018
News
Press clippings
Billy Connolly retires from live performances
Comedian also rejects suggestions that Parkinson's disease has 'dulled' his brain.
Mattha Busby, The Guardian, 3rd December 2018Nativity the Musical review
Across the cast the midlands accents are questionable at times (though as someone who grew up 20 minutes from Coventry where the show is set perhaps my ear is particularly sensitive) and the script has moments that run a little too close to the bone with gender stereotypes and potentially offensive references, but it is clear that as a show it has warmth at its heart so we let these slide.
Across The Arts, 3rd December 2018My name is Nish Kumar - stop calling me Nish Patel
In a post-Brexit age, I've got a zero tolerance policy on unconscious bias - especially when I'm paying you.
Nish Kumar, The Guardian, 3rd December 20182019 Glasgow Comedy Festival announces first names
GICF will present the pick of Scotland's home grown talent, including Jerry Sadowitz, Janey Godley and Larry Dean; alongside celebrated comedians from further afield, with Julian Clary, Reginald D Hunter, Rich Hall, Al Murray, Foil, Arms & Hogg, and Tiff Stevenson all set to appear.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 3rd December 2018Fans divided over Johnny Vegas's shambolic appearance
Johnny Vegas has made a career out of playing up to a pitiful, on-stage drunk. But the line between fact and fiction became very blurred at the weekend, as fans feared for his health as he appeared to collapse after his set.
Chortle, 3rd December 20185 mistakes in first pages of your sitcom script: 3
You're basically writing a CV, not a sitcom.
James Cary, Sitcom Geek, 3rd December 2018Zoe Lyons: 'I think he lost a knacker'
The Brighton-based comic and wannabe chef tours with her Entry Level Human show.
Jay Richardson, The List, 3rd December 2018The Favourite conquers British independent film awards
The Yorgos Lanthimos-directed black comedy The Favourite has come out on top at the British independent film awards (Bifas), winning a record 10 gongs, including best British independent film and best actress for Olivia Colman.
Andrew Pulver, The Guardian, 3rd December 2018Retiring from standup? Connolly practically invented it
The Big Yin mastered the art of funny - there was barely such a thing as standup comedy in the UK when he graduated from Glasgow's shipyard to the stage.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 3rd December 2018Matt Forde, Purcell Room review
Astute state of the nation material from former Labour man.
Veronica Lee, The Arts Desk, 3rd December 2018Ofcom upholds complaint against Roast Battle trailer
Comedy Central rapped over Jimmy Carr's 'antisemitic' joke.
Chortle, 3rd December 2018How To Produce Comedy Bronze by Jon Plowman review
If Jon Plowman is creating comedy bronze, it doesn't say much for the other people in that mysterious TV job of producer.
Chortle, 3rd December 2018October comedian of the month #52, Athena Kugblenu
Athena Kugblenu is an effortless performer who is incredibly easy to listen to.
Becca Moody, Moody Comedy, 3rd December 2018Nish Kumar interview
The comedian who made a name for himself as a clever dissector of politics today is back with his new show, It's In Your Nature To Destroy Yourselves. This time round Kumar is angrier than ever before and he'll make no apologies for that
David Levesley, GQ, 3rd December 2018Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Jo Brand: Born Lippy
Episode 1 - FamilyJo begins with the wisdom (or otherwise) of giving advice, and guidance on how to survive your family. From her own battlefield experiences, she suggests the best attitude for family holidays and Christmas. Sometimes, it's just a case of lowering your expectations.
I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue
Series 70, Episode 4The antidote to panel games pays a return visit to the New Victoria Theatre in Woking. Old-timers Barry Cryer, Graeme Garden and Tim Brooke-Taylor are joined on the panel by Kerry Godliman with Jack Dee in the chair. Colin Sell attempts piano accompaniment.
Dave's Advent Calendar
Episode 3 - A Wrapping Masterclass With Angelos EpithemiouHow do you wrap skis, a tricycle or a jelly? Then join Angelos Epithemiou's Christmas Wrapping Masterclass to find out.
People Just Do Nothing
Series 5, Episode 4Grindah has developed a mysterious illness which flares up whenever Essex is mentioned - convinced it is asthma, he visits the doctor.