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Miranda Hart to star in Annie musical
Thursday 16th February 2017
It has been confirmed that Miranda Hart will star in the new West End version of Annie, playing the tyrannical Miss Hannigan.
CTBF charity announces fundraiser stand-up gig
Wednesday 15th February 2017
Charity the Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund has announced details of a fundraising comedy night in March.
Lovdev Barpaga is UK Pun Champion 2017
Tuesday 14th February 2017
Lovdev Barpaga has won the UK Pun Championships 2017. Read some of his jokes and see video highlights here.
Live stage version of I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again to tour
Thursday 9th February 2017
A new stage version of I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again will tour Britain, with guest appearances from original stars Graeme Garden, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Jo Kendall.
Jeff Innocent named best comedian in Comics' Comic Awards 2016
Tuesday 20th December 2016
Jeff Innocent has been named Best Comic in the 2016 awards which are voted on by comedians. Danny Mcloughlin and Rob Riley were amongst the other winners.
Joel Dommett announces London stand-up show
Thursday 15th December 2016
Joel Dommett, fresh from his success on ITV show I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, has announced a 2017 show at the Hammersmith Apollo.
Griff Rhys Jones, Lee Mack and Mat Horne to star in The Miser
Monday 12th December 2016
Full casting has today been announced for the major West End revival of Molière's classic comedy The Miser. Griff Rhys Jones, Lee Mack and Mathew Horne lead the list.
Ricky Gervais tickets on sale for 2017 tour
Friday 2nd December 2016
Ricky Gervais is to tour the UK in 2017 with a new stand-up show titled Humanity. Tickets are on sale now.
Joe Pasquale to play Frank Spencer in Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em Live
Monday 28th November 2016
Joe Pasquale is reportedly set to take on the role of Frank Spencer in a new 2018 stage show version of Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em.
Midlands Comedy Awards 2016 winners
Monday 28th November 2016
The winners of the 2016 Midlands Comedy Awards have been announced. Those taking home prizes included Duncan Oakley, Barry Dodds and Masai Graham.