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The Secret Reviewer #39: Hackwatch

Wednesday 1st June 2022

Every month our clandestine critic reveals the murky truths behind that infamous trade, and live comedy generally. This month: From TV genius to stand-up hack: it's a regrettable transition.

Andy Smart. Copyright: Steve Best Live

Waves of Laughter: Cruising with the Comedy Store Players

Wednesday 1st June 2022

Fancy a comedy-themed getaway? Then prepare for a treat. From 24th June to July 1st, Princess Cruises are launching their Comedy Stars themed cruise. Ahead of the trip, we talk to Comedy Store Players regular Andy Smart.

One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Pippa Trench (Janine Duvitski), Patrick Trench (Angus Deayton), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson), Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie) Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #205

Wednesday 1st June 2022

Another quiz by one of our readers. This time it is the turn of message board regular 'a plate' to set the questions. See how you do...

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Comedy Chronicles: The true Lord of Misrule - 'Monsewer' Eddie Gray

Sunday 29th May 2022

You've heard of 'Pythonesque' and 'Goon-like' comedy - but have you heard of 'Grayesque'? The comedian who influenced dozens of well-remembered comics after him was Eddie Gray, a master of silliness at every level.

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Prepping the perfect one pager

Friday 27th May 2022

What exactly does a producer mean by "a page", and how do you prepare a document that meets their expectations?

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Sadia Azmat introduces her Sex Bomb book

Thursday 26th May 2022

Stand-up comedian, writer and comedy producer Sadia Azmat has just published Sex Bomb, a brilliant memoir focusing on the complicated relationship between sex and being a hijab-wearing Muslim woman. We chat to her about that topic, and more, in this interview.

Writing Pro

How to be a great sitcom writer - one sketch at a time

Wednesday 25th May 2022

Writer and tutor Dave Cohen makes a very compelling case for practicing short-form writing (sketches) in order to excel in longer-form narrative (sitcom). All the disciplines you need are right there...

'Allo 'Allo!. Image shows from L to R: Edith Melba Artois (Carmen Silvera), René François Artois (Gorden Kaye), Yvette Carte-Blanche (Vicki Michelle). Copyright: BBC Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #204

Wednesday 25th May 2022

Where is 'Allo 'Allo! set? Yes, France of course. But which town? That's one of the questions for you this time.

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Random 8: Aruhan Galieva

Tuesday 24th May 2022

An alumnus of Doctor Who, Black Mirror and now the Brighton Fringe, Aruhan Galieva talks idolising Isy and an astrology apology.

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Comedy writing: Keeping going

Friday 20th May 2022

Writing professionally is as much a test of endurance as it is of skill. Here are some things to bear in mind when it gets difficult, and you need some help and encouragement.

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