Chris Allen (I)

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BBC launches online channel Funny Parts

BBC Studios has launched Funny Parts, a digital platform to showcase classic clips and new content.

British Comedy Guide, 1st December 2022

Baby Cow release new sitcom pilots

Two brand new digital comedy series from BBC Studios and Baby Cow Productions - The Train and What's Happening? - are being released online via YouTube and Facebook.

British Comedy Guide, 27th September 2022

New Act of the Year Final review

Glimpses of star comedy billings of the future.

Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 5th February 2020

New Act of the Year Final review

The New Act of the Year competition, running since 1987, has an impressive talent-spotting record. Previous finalists include Stewart Lee, Lee Mack, Harry Hill and Russell Brand. Tough acts to follow for 2019's champion Njambi McGrath.

Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 4th February 2019

New Act of the Year results announced

Comedian Njambi McGrath has been chosen as 'top of the bill' at this year's New Act of the Year competition.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 2nd February 2019

Line up revealed for new act of the year 2019

The line-up has been confirmed for the New Act Of The Year 2019, which takes place on February 2.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 17th January 2019

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