BCG Daily Tuesday 26th July 2022

Fringe Q&A: Jayde Adams was blown away by Dawn French endorsement

Multi-award winning comedian Jayde Adams heads to the Edinburgh Fringe fresh from starring in her own critically acclaimed Amazon special and in BAFTA-winning series Alma's Not Normal.

Fringe Q&A: Jacob Hawley loves the festival but wishes it was in April

A rising star on the comedy scene with two BBC podcasts on his name, Jacob Hawley says he's heading to the Edinburgh Fringe without many nerves for the first time.

Sara Barron interview

The stand-up on changing her role models, her pre-performance rituals, and the frustration of being asked to audition for 'mom' roles.

Funny at the Fringe - interview - Morgan Rees: Bi and Large

My show is mainly just an hour of gags and short stories. All told through the vehicle of a coming out story, which touches on growing up with a feeling of others, and lack of role models. An the journey of raising your awareness once you come out.

Funny at the Fringe - interview - Luca Cupani: Happy Orphan

My show was inspired by an email that I received last year, during the pandemic, from the cemetery of my Italian hometown: they explained me that, since my mum had been buried 10 years ago, the rental of the grave was now expired and they would dig her out... Apparently it is standard procedure in most Italian cemeteries and, if you cannot afford a private storage in a wall, the remains end up in a mass grave. I had to think about this and in doing so I also started thinking about my relationship with her and the fact that, since she died, my life somehow improved. I'm a happy orphan!

Fears over Edinburgh Fringe's future amidst lower ticket sales

Slow ticket sales for the Edinburgh Fringe mean the festival's recovery could be at risk as promoters warn that its future is on a "knife edge". The festival will take place from August 5 to 29.

However, the late publication of the official programme as well as the marketing of the event coupled with rising accommodation costs and changing consumer habits from Covid are all thought to be hampering ticket sales, which is down about 30% at some venues.

Martin Clunes films emotional last Doc Martin scenes

Martin Clunes has filmed his emotional last Doc Martin scenes as the beloved show ends after 18 years.

Edinburgh 2022: Something in the Water Q&A

BWW catches up with Grumms to chat about bringing Something In The Water to the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Edinburgh 2022: David Carpenter guest blog

Co-creator David Carpenter discusses how the team's personal experiences perfectly blended to create an incredible interactive show.

The deranged Swinging Sixties comedy that was the making and breaking of David Warner

Aged 24, warner was called 'Christ-like' by critics. But the savage Morgan - A Suitable Case For Treatment brought out the devil in him.

Yuriko Kotani: Kaiju About Q&A

We caught up with Yuriko about returning to Edinburgh, keeping healthy and taking chances on new shows while you're there!

Sugarcoated Sisters: Bittersweet Q&A

We chatted to them switching from TikTok to live performance, checking in on yourself and winning Best Newcomer at this year's Musical Comedy Awards...

Michelle Shaughnessy: Be Your Own Daddy Q&A

Be Your Own Daddy is the story of how Canadian comic Michelle spent her whole life waiting for someone to fix her. The show covers all elements of her life-the good, the bad, and the even worse. Now sober and married, Michelle has relocated to the UK all by herself to forge her own career success and debut at the Edinburgh Fringe...

Theatre at the Fringe - interview - Cordelia Butters Investigates

I realised I'd accidentally become a massive true crime fan when I talked at a friend for several hours about big moments in multiple docs.

Cerys Bradley interview

We spoke to the comedian and writer about their debut hour Sportsperson.

Jack Harris interview

We chat to the comedian about his debut Fringe show Teaching Teachers How To Teach/

9 musical comedians to see at Edinburgh Fringe 2022

Jokes. Set to music.

The Stand to auction off famous cowboy painting

Hosted by The Stand's very own Fred MacAulay, legendary Scottish comedian and one of the company directors, the auction will be a chance for the highest bidder to walk away with the dismounted backdrop and do a whole lot of good in the process.

Joe Lycett reveals his Commonwealth Games role

The comic will be introducing some of the countries as their athletes parade around Alexander Stadium in his home town on Thursday.

How we plan to stay mentally and physically well at the Fringe

The festival is gruelling - but the Sugarcoated Sisters have a plan...

Medic! Ten Edinburgh Fringe shows from healthcare professionals

Is laughter the best medicine? Or is it drugs?

Frankie Boyle calls out BBC over 'cancel culture' story

Boyle has publicly questioned the article, saying he did not talk about cancel culture in his stand-up set.

Camden Fringe 2022 interview - Tom Mayhew: Trash Rich

It's autobiographical stand-up, with a bit of a political edge.

How the devil are you, Susan Riddell?

A reviewer called me formidable which is funny cause I think I was just really tired.

Paul Sinha interview

This year's show is an affectionate look at the concept of autobiography.

Boris Johnson's Fringe exit

A new play about the former PM's 'rise and fall' is even more timely following his resignation.

Camden Fringe 2022 interview - 90s Boy: Blair, the Lovegun and Me

The nineties was the decade that shaped me, particularly my politics, taste in music and inability to decorate. The show title encapsulates some of that.

Funny at the Fringe - interview - Hannah Pilkes: A Woman on the Verge

It's a show about how we're all kind of on the verge! Sometimes that's on the verge of a mental breakdown, but sometimes it's a breakthrough (new love, a job, a mental obstacle).

You look stupid if you perform for Comedy Unleashed

I know some comedians have the philosophy that "a gig's a gig!", but I hate to break it to you - not every "gig" is actually a "gig". Sometimes, a "gig" is a manufactured piece of propaganda, started by a few truly hateful and dejected young men who get a kick out of saying cruel things on stage, not for the purposes of comedy, but for a specifically curated audience of similarity hateful and dejected losers. And being associated with it, at the very least, isn't a great look for you.

Full cast announced for Fisherman's Friends: The Musical

The full cast and creative team has been unveiled for the upcoming tour of Fisherman's Friends: The Musical, based on the tunes of the much-loved group and the 2019 film of the same name.

Three Great Things: Alex Horne

The creator and presenter of Taskmaster, on The Blues Brothers, skateboarding and his BFF.

Interview: Sarah-Louise Young An Evening Without Kate Bush

Howl with the hounds and dance on the moors!

Interview with Joz Norris: "A guy that does stupid stuff"

"Start by having an idea that captures your interest and won't let it go, then turn it into a show you're excited by and proud of. If you can do that, then maybe the Fringe would be a great place to take it."

Interview with Ellie MacPherson, comedian, actress, and historian

"I've been obsessed with the Presidents ever since I was a little girl (don't worry! I had real friends too!) and I know too much about them. This show is me sharing all the weird stuff I know using popular music to tell the stories."

Interview with Basil Brush

Basil Brush is back at Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August with two shows - one for families, and one very much for the grown-ups.

Interview with musical comedy double act Shelf

Rachel and Ruby talk about their debut show Hair, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and growing up with creative parents.

Interview with comedian Melissa Stephens

"When I first started stand-up, I realized after I did a set that a lot of the jokes that got the most laughs were unexpected and not usually what I wanted to go well."

Interview with comedian Alex MacKeith

Musical comedian Alex MacKeith talks about Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Covid-19, and some offers some advice for those thinking about taking a show up.

The Financial Fringes: Free & PWYC shows at Edinburgh Fringe

The Edinburgh Fringe is costly - ever more so in 2022. Here's our guide to enjoying comedy shows on a budget this August.

Life & Soul: Sikisa on her Edinburgh Fringe debut

Immigration lawyer by day, stand-up comedian by night, Sikisa Bostwick-Barnes plans on bringing the vibes to the Edinburgh Fringe.

Comedy newbie Q&A: Katie Pritchard

Tackling the Q&A today is Katie Pritchard.