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Ghosts. Image shows left to right: Kitty (Lolly Adefope), Pat (Jim Howick), Captain (Ben Willbond), Mike (Kiell Smith-Bynoe), Julian (Simon Farnaby), Alison (Charlotte Ritchie), Robin (Laurence Rickard), Thomas (Mathew Baynton), Lady Button (Martha Howe-Douglas) TV

Ghosts interviews

Monday 2nd October 2023

The stars of Ghosts explain why it is the right time to bring the hit show to an end.

Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Paul Merton, Ian Hislop. Credit: Matt Crockett TV

Interesting facts about Have I Got News For You

Monday 2nd October 2023

From the guest who thought one of them was a runner, to the surprising reason William Shatner agreed to host the show; Ian Hislop and Paul Merton discuss some facts about Have I Got News For You, as the panel show prepares to begin its 66th series.

The Secret Reviewer Pro

The Secret Reviewer #55: The Big Break

Monday 2nd October 2023

Every month our clandestine critic reveals the murky truths behind that infamous trade, and live comedy generally. This month: Should performers be prouder of appearing in ads?

Just Good Friends. Image shows from L to R: Penny Warrender (Jan Francis), Vince Pinner (Paul Nicholas). Copyright: BBC Features

Comedy Rewind: Much more than Just Good Friends

Sunday 1st October 2023

John Sullivan is best known for the iconic Only Fools And Horses, but his mid-80s romantic sitcom Just Good Friends entertained more than 20 million viewers over the course of three captivating series.

Writing Pro

3 questions to ask yourself when working on a scene

Friday 29th September 2023

Here are 3 useful questions to ask yourself when you're working on a scene.

ALCS Pro

Say "yes!" to ALCS

Thursday 28th September 2023

In this piece we explain why all comedy writers should make sure they're signed up to ALCS.

Image shows left to right: Dan Sweryt, Eleanor Hayward Pro

Video: How to pick up radio writing credits

Wednesday 27th September 2023

The video of a webinar in which writing for radio comedy shows such as Breaking The News and The Skewer is discussed in-depth.

Dice showing sides 1, 2 and 3 Pro

3 tips to help you finish your first draft

Wednesday 27th September 2023

Here are three key pieces of advice that will help you complete the first draft of your sitcom script.

Image shows left to right: Dillie Keane, Liza Pulman, Adèle Anderson, Fascinating Aïda Live

Fascinating Aïda: The Spinal Tap of the cabaret world

Wednesday 27th September 2023

Musical comedy group Fascinating Aïda are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year. Here's a history of the group's members, written by Dillie Keane.

The Office. Copyright: BBC Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #273

Wednesday 27th September 2023

This time: The Office, Ian Hislop, dinnerladies, Lenny Henry and, er... John Major.

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