British Comedy Guide
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Sitcom Geeks. Image shows from L to R: James Cary, Dave Cohen Writing

Peter Hayward wins Sitcom Geeks Script Challenge

  • Saturday 15th February 2020

Night Crew, Peter Hayward's comedy set on a space ship, has won the first BCG Pro Sitcom Geeks Script Challenge.

Saskia Schuster Production

ITV comedy boss Saskia Schuster exits

  • Wednesday 12th February 2020

ITV's comedy boss Saskia Schuster is leaving the broadcaster to work for production company Fulwell 73.

Say My Name. Image shows from L to R: Alan McIntyre Smith, Jay Stern Production

Making movies with friends

  • Monday 10th February 2020

Director Jay Stern talks about making low-budget independent feature Say My Name with friends including screenwriter Deborah Frances-White.

Comedy Bloomers Performance

LBGTQ+ comedy competition opens for entry

  • Friday 7th February 2020

Entries have opened for this year's Comedy Bloomers LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year competition.

London Performance

Is Comedy a Londoner's Game?

  • Friday 7th February 2020

We often hear it said that, to make it as a stand-up comedian, you need to move to London. Is that true? What are the pros and cons of making your base in the capital? Becca Moody investigates...

Nathaniel Tapley. Copyright: Idil Sukan Performance

My Comedy Career: Nathaniel Tapley

  • Thursday 6th February 2020

Comedian, writer and producer Nathaniel Tapley has some advice on working with as many people as possible, and ensuring you retain ownership of your comedy projects.

Image shows from L to R: Larry Budd, Paul Dunphy Production

New Northern prod co launches

  • Monday 3rd February 2020

A new production company has launched today in Leeds. Northern Imposters create and produce northern comedy.

BCG Pro Talent Awards: Production Production

BCG Pro Production Award open for entries

  • Sunday 2nd February 2020

The first of the BCG Pro Talent Awards is now open for entries. The Production Award aims to recognise the work of producers, directors and other creators. The prize includes a placement with a top production company.

The Secret Reviewer Performance

The Secret Reviewer #11: Switching It Off

  • Saturday 1st February 2020

Every month our clandestine critic reveals the murky truths behind that infamous trade, and live comedy generally. This month: Can being a critic ruin your life?

Sitcom Geeks. Image shows from L to R: James Cary, Dave Cohen Writing

Sitcom Geeks script challenge results

  • Thursday 30th January 2020

Sitcom Geeks podcasters James Cary and Dave Cohen have announced the longlist for the Sitcom Script Challenge run in conjunction with BCG Pro.