BCG Daily Tuesday 19th November 2019
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Stewart Lee: Tornado/Snowflake, review
There's so much comedy packed in that one could almost miss the deeper layers.
Veronica Lee, The Arts Desk, 19th November 2019Vic Reeves slams British comedy including Fleabag
He prefers the cleverness of comedy to be more subtle.
Jane Clinton, i Newspaper, 19th November 2019How we made Four Weddings and a Funeral
"Honestly, I don't get why the rain scene is such a big deal. It's beautiful - and we were freezing filming it"
Simon Bland, The Guardian, 19th November 2019Sex Education season 2 reveals first look
The Netflix comedy-drama series has added newcomers Sami Outalbali, George Robinson and Chinenye Ezeudu for its second season, and the streaming service has now shared a first look at their characters too.
Chris Edwards, Digital Spy, 19th November 2019Jessie Cave's debut novel goes to Welbeck
Fiction publisher Jon Elek bought world rights to Sunset from Millie Hoskins at United Agents. Publication is scheduled for Spring 2021. The "unconventional" love story follows sisters Ruth and Hannah and will appeal to fans of Fleabag and Dolly Alderton, said Welbeck.
Katie Mansfield, The Bookseller, 19th November 2019The comics behind some of the hottest unmade TV
Projects from comedian Archie Maddocks and Young Offenders writer Karen Cogan are some of the hottest unmade TV shows in the business.
Chortle, 19th November 2019What I think Rab C Nesbitt would say to Nicola Sturgeon
Govan's honest chancer, Rab C Nesbitt, can still hold his own among shows as good as latest hit Guilt and it would be interesting to hear his take on politicians like Nicola Sturgeon, Boris Johnson and the rest, writes Aidan Smith.
Aidan Smith, The Scotsman, 19th November 2019Last Christmas: hearts, history and Heal the Pain
Does the trailer reveal too much? Did anyone bother to check the dates of the Yugoslav wars? And can a George Michael vehicle really be as sexless as a stollen? Warning: this article contains spoilers.
Guy Lodge, The Guardian, 19th November 2019Johnny Vegas announces the death of his beloved mum
The comedian posted an image of Patricia Pennington, 82 - aka 'Ma Vegas' - and wrote a heartfelt tribute in her memory.
Vickie Scullard and Lily Waddell, Manchester Evening News, 19th November 2019Favourite reigns over European Film Awards craft prizes
The Favourite has scooped four European Film Awards (EFAs) ahead of the main ceremony next month.
Michael Rosser, Screen Daily, 19th November 2019How Richard Herring spends International Men's Day
Every International Women's Day, comedian Richard Herring makes a point of replying to all the idiots asking "But when's International Men's Day?" with the information that it is, in fact, on the 19th of November - which is today, at the time of writing. He then uses International Men's Day to follow up the enquiries, and both days to raise funds for charities - Refuge on International Women's Day and CALM - the Campaign Against Living Miserably on International Men's Day.
The Poke, 19th November 2019Ben Elton on the ableist slurs he used in Young Ones
I thought using ableist slurs in The Young Ones was OK 30 years ago - until I met the people I'd let down.
Ben Elton, The Independent, 19th November 2019Peter Pan Goes Wrong review
This is edge of the seat, side splitting comedy at its very best and the audience rose as one to give a well deserved ovation to an ensemble who give their all to making this a fabulous night out and one for the whole family.
Andrew Kay, The Latest, 19th November 2019Anna Chancellor joins Terry Pratchett adaptation
Chancellor said, "It's been so exciting to join such a wonderfully creative team - from writer Simon Allen to the stunning production design and a truly talented group of actors."
Deadline, 19th November 2019Videos
TV & radio
Candide
Episode 2Candide's great love, Cunégonde, describes her terrible fate after Candide had to leave her behind.
Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang Ups
Series 5, Episode 2 - The Bubbles Get Up Your NoseTom tries to talk his dad down from some amateur brewing, while the local bin collection system comes under attack. Comedy, written by and starring Tom Wrigglesworth.
Live At The Apollo
Series 15, Episode 3 - Guz Khan, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Rhys JamesMan Like Mobeen star Guz Khan hosts the stand-up showcase recorded before a packed house at London's Hammersmith Apollo. On the bill are Kiri Pritchard-McLean and Rhys James.