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BCG Daily Saturday 16th March 2024

Press clippings

Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Norfolk Dad's Army museum celebrates Ian Lavender and Pike's scarf

A museum is paying tribute to Dad's Army actor Ian Lavender by telling the story of one of British television's most famous items of clothing.

Brian Farmer, BBC, 16th March 2024
Comic Relief. Copyright: BBC

Lenny Henry's final appearance in legendary Comic Relief run cements his National Treasure status

For almost 40 years, Sir Lenny Henry has been the face, and beating heart, of Comic Relief's Red Nose Day appeals. As he signs off for the final time, Kevin E G Perry pays tribute to a comedian who kept us laughing while helping to raise a staggering amount of money for good causes.

Kevin E G Perry, The Independent, 16th March 2024
The Dry. Shiv Sheridan (Roisin Gallagher)

The Dry Series 2 review

I watched the first episode of The Dry in 2022, quite enjoyed it, but didn't return to the Dublin household of Roisin Gallagher and her mad, boozy family, the Sheridans and their shenanigans. But based on the start of the dramedy's second series I think I'll give it another go.

Aidan Smith, The Scotsman, 16th March 2024
Police Cops The Musical. Image shows left to right: Melinda Orengo, Tom Roe, Zachary Hunt, Nathan Parkinson, Natassia Bustamante

Police Cops: The Musical - Southwark Playhouse review

Self-aware in its silliness, Police Cops: The Musical is an essential watch for anyone seeking a belly laugh this Spring. Absurd, excellent, and hugely entertaining.

Dulcie Godfrey, The Reviews Hub, 16th March 2024
Pete Firman

Pete Firman review

Book for a Pete Firman show and you know you're bound to have an evening of both laughter and total perplexity.

Chris Parkle, The Real Chrisparkle, 16th March 2024
Sam Campbell

Sam Campbell review

Hilarious, perplexing and on another level.

Isobel Lewis, i Newspaper, 16th March 2024
Ross Noble

Ross Noble review

Whimsy and uncertainty in a show that hints at Noble's dark side.

Stephen Armstrong, The Telegraph, 16th March 2024
Nick Mohammed

Nick Mohammed interview

Nick Mohammed talks about how his career has taken flight as he stars in Renegade Nell, Sally Wainwright's new Disney series.

Helen Brown, The Telegraph, 16th March 2024
Ruby Speaking. Ruby (Jayde Adams)

Ruby Speaking review

Superb show is cut off in its stride with six-episode run that leaves you wanting more.

Ian Bunting, Daily Record, 16th March 2024

Police Cops: The Musical - Southwark Playhouse review

One thing is certain: the cast's energy, quick-to-laughter-ness and enjoyment of being on stage are highly contagious.

Benedetta Mancusi, The Upcoming, 16th March 2024

TV & radio

Radio 4 10am
30 min
You're Dead To Me

You're Dead To Me

Series 8, Episode 11 - Ramesses The Great

Greg Jenner and his guests, comedian Sophie Duker and historical expert Dr Campbell Price, lift the lid on one of Ancient Egypt's greatest rulers, Ramesses the Great.

BBC Radio 5 Live 11am
60 min
Rick Edwards. Credit: BBC

Fighting Talk

Series 21, Episode 27

Former England rugby player Martin Bayfield, broadcaster Bianca Westwood, presenter Steffan Powell and comedian Kae Kurd join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment.

Radio 4 7:15pm
45 min
The Infinite Monkey Cage. Image shows from L to R: Brian Cox, Robin Ince. Copyright: BBC

The Infinite Monkey Cage

Series 29, Episode 5 - Cats v Dogs

Prof. Brian Cox and Robin Ince sniff and paw their way through the evidence to put to rest the age old debate of whether cats are better than dogs. They're joined by TV dragon and dog devotee Deborah Meaden, comedian and cat compadre David Baddiel, evolutionary scientist Ben Garrod and veterinarian Jess French.

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