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Thom Tuck sings The Mountain Goats and I'm convinced
Thom Tuck is a very interesting man so, obviously I had to ask him several questions. As is my wont, I tended to meander a bit. Well, OK, a lot.
John Fleming, John Fleming's Blog, 4th February 2019New Act of the Year Final review
The New Act of the Year competition, running since 1987, has an impressive talent-spotting record. Previous finalists include Stewart Lee, Lee Mack, Harry Hill and Russell Brand. Tough acts to follow for 2019's champion Njambi McGrath.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 4th February 2019Sara Pascoe announces BBC travel documentary
Sara Pascoe has revealed that she will be making a travel documentary for BBC Two. The comedian travelled across Turkey with blind entrepreneur and presenter Amar Latif for the show, which currently has the working title Travelling Blind.
Funny Women, 4th February 2019'Pure' review
An essential comedy that peels away the stigma of mental health.
Hannah Mylrea, NME, 4th February 2019Emma Stone 'begged' Lanthimos for role in The Favourite
Emma Stone revealed that Yorgos Lanthimos "never considered" meeting an American actress for a role in The Favourite but she "begged" him for a part.
Female First, 4th February 2019Sylvia Kay obituary
Stage and screen actor who played the snobbish mother Daphne in the BBC sitcom Just Good Friends.
Anthony Hayward, The Guardian, 4th February 2019Abigoliah Schauman review
Abigoliah Schauman brings a lot of swagger to her latest stand-up show, as its title surely suggests. And not just in the bold confidence of her performance, she sometimes comes right out and tell us how great she is.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 4th February 2019Miles Jupp interview
Forget George Clooney - the actor/comedian's passions were more sporty when he was 16.
Alan Woodhouse, The Big Issue, 4th February 2019Daniel Sloss talks toxic masculinity & stand-up comedy
Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss, whose new show X debuts at the SoHo Playhouse in New York this week, has no patience for garbage men.
Andrew Husband, Metro USA, 4th February 2019Benidorm Live - King's Theatre, Glasgow review
As TV to stage adaptations goes, this is the perfect example of how it should be done.
Lauren Humphreys, The Reviews Hub, 4th February 2019Michael Clapham joins Kilimanjaro Live
Michael Clapham has joined Kilimanjaro Live, replacing the London-based company's outgoing comedy promoter, Georgie Donnelly.
Jon Chapple, IQ, 4th February 2019Georgie Donnelly joins United Talent Agency
United Talent Agency (UTA) has hired Georgie Donnelly, most recently head of comedy at UK promoter Kilimanjaro Live, as an agent in its comedy touring division.
Jon Chapple, IQ, 4th February 2019Manga creator draws The Favourite film art
Manga creator Mitsukazu Mihara drew an art piece inspired by the Oscar-nominated film The Favourite.
Lynzee Loveridge, Anime News Network, 4th February 2019Videos
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The Infinite Monkey Cage
Series 19, Episode 5 - How to Build a Bionic HumanBrian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by 'supervet' Noel Fitzpatrick, Dr Kevin Fong and comedian Lucy Beaumont to learn how to build a bionic human.
6:30pm30 min
Relocation
Series 1, Episode 1John and Sarah's life is turned upside down. As they're forced into a witness protection scheme, they wave goodbye to their life in London, change their names and embrace the charm of a Welsh town with a name they struggle to pronounce.
6:30pm30 min
Just A Minute
Series 83, Episode 1Tony Hawks, Josie Lawrence, Gyles Brandreth and Angela Barnes join Nicholas Parsons.
9pm60 min
Cold Feet
Series 8, Episode 4Jenny's feeling stifled as she heads off for an appointment with Karen.
10pm30 min
Two Doors Down
Series 4, Episode 5 - OvernightWith their house in turmoil in the midst of the redecoration, new Latimer Crescent residents Alan and Michelle take refuge from the floor sanding with an overnight stay in neighbours Beth and Eric's house.
10pm30 min
The Stand Up Sketch Show
Series 1, Episode 2This edition features Stephen Bailey, Tom Allen, Felicity Ward, Joel Dommett and more.