BCG Daily Wednesday 20th November 2019
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Comics who fictionalise their lives
Three comics starring as versions of themselves reveal where they draw the line.
Rachael Healy, The Guardian, 20th November 2019Finger Award for comic that makes a difference launched
A new award has been set up to recognise comedy projects which aim to make the world a better place. Judges in the Finger Awards considered more than 80 candidates from more than 30 countries for the inaugural accolade. The winner will be revealed at a ceremony hosted by former TV executive turned comedian Cally Beaton next month as part of a broadcasting industry conference.
Chortle, 20th November 2019Interview: Caitlin Campbell
This month we are celebrating the Improv scene in Bristol by talking to one of the founders, Caitlin Campbell of the Bristol Improv Theatre.
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 20th November 2019Review - Tim Minchin, Back
A new chapter begins for the sensitive showman.
Paul Fleckney, London Is Funny, 20th November 2019Robin Ince brings his Chaos of Delight to The Stand
Popular Radio 4 comic talks about his Darwin-inspired new show.
Elaine Downs, The Wee Review, 20th November 2019Two friends talk about Richard Gadd's Baby Reindeer
Bush Theatre's Baby Reindeer certainly courted controversy with its depiction of a man dealing with a stalker, pushed to the limit. After friends, Lou and Toby saw the production they were left with very different opinions. Here, they talk in length about them.
Lou Waller, A Younger Theatre, 20th November 2019Guilt, BBC Two, review
An unexpected Scottish treat with a pitch-black tone.
Sarah Hughes, i Newspaper, 20th November 2019Guilt, episode 4, review
At long last, a drama that stays good to the last episode.
Anita Singh, The Telegraph, 20th November 2019Last Christmas: review
There were fine performances from Henry Golding and Emma Thompson (co-writer) as Kate's Yugoslavian mother. She delivered some of the best lines and was a wonderful breath of fresh air and vibrancy to the film. A disappointment and a big one at that was the relationship between Kate and Tom.
Tiemo Talk of the Town, 20th November 2019First acts announced for Aberdeen Comedy Festival 2020
Organisers are promising a bigger and better event - the fifth - running from October 1 to 11, with Scots comedy star Gary Meikle headlining at the Music Hall on Friday October 2. He is joined in the line-up by rising stand-up star Tez Ilyas who will play the Lemon Tree in the opening weekend with his show Populist.
Scott Begbie, Aberdeen Evening Gazette, 20th November 2019Videos
Podcasts
TV & radio
Candide
Episode 3Candide reaches the fabled city of Eldorado where the streets are littered with gold and jewels.
Susan Calman Makes Me Happy
Episode 1 - FamilyThis week, aided and abetted by her studio audience and her wife, Lee, Susan delves into family. Those you're related to by blood, those you choose and those that choose you.
Your Face Or Mine
Series 6, Episode 8This week's couple Lizzie and Patrick have an interesting dynamic - Lizzie moved to London and claims to be a 'stay at home mum' to her dog. Despite being dubbed a 'gold digger' after 'anyone with a wallet', she's endearing and the pair are good sports.
Comedy Legends
Series 2, Episode 6 - John CleeseBarry Cryer reflects on the life and career of writer and actor John Cleese, who shot to fame as a member of Monty Python and co-wrote and starred in classic sitcom Fawlty Towers.
In The Long Run
Series 2, Episode 6Bagpipes, Kirsty and the Eastbridge community are preparing for Melissa's adoption party at the Milton Arms when Walter is disturbed to discover that Bagpipes is estranged from his parents.
Twayna Mayne: Black Women
Series 1, Episode 3 - Gender and SexualityThis time, she focuses on ideas surrounding gender and sexuality. With contributions from lead singer of the two tone band The Selecter, Pauline Black, singer and actress Mzz Kimberley and writer Danielle Dash.
Good Girls
Short film set in a girls' private school.