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Woman looking out from behind a curtain Performance

Performance anxiety

  • Tuesday 27th May 2025

Stage fright can be a problem for stand-up comedians. We discuss it here.

The Comedy Doctor. Credit: BCG Writing

The Comedy Doctor on storylines

  • Monday 26th May 2025

A member seeks advice on generating stories for their characters.

The House logo. Credit: BCG Writing

What next for The House

  • Thursday 22nd May 2025

The first submission window for the next episode of The House is now open. Co-creator and producer Micheál Jacob has the details.

Jon Petrie Production

Jon Petrie's BBC Comedy Festival 2025 speech: "Financially we're all flapping our arms"

  • Wednesday 21st May 2025

The full transcript of the speech BBC Director of Comedy Jon Petrie delivered at the BBC Comedy Festival 2025. One of his key messages was that, due to the rising costs of making TV comedy, the BBC is refocusing commissioning around "what's real and possible now".

Elf Lyons Performance

My Comedy Career: Elf Lyons

  • Wednesday 21st May 2025

Performer Elf Lyons gives some really thoughtful and honest answers on topics such as being original in comedy and how to progress despite industry barriers.

Brad Holcombe Production

The making of Rocks Under Tide, part 1

  • Tuesday 20th May 2025

Pro member, writer and director Brad Holcombe explains how he made his first short film, Rocks Under Tide. Brad's message - if he can do it, you can, too!

The House logo. Credit: BCG Writing

The House, Episode 1: "Amicable Divorce"

  • Monday 19th May 2025

As we prepare to open our original sitcom The House to members' contributions, listen to the first episode here.

Stand out

How to succeed in the British comedy industry

  • Thursday 15th May 2025

Succeeding in the British comedy industry is challenging, but far from impossible. Somebody has to, so why shouldn't you?

Tim Reid Writing

My Comedy Career: Tim Reid

  • Wednesday 14th May 2025

Car Share and Meet The Richardsons writer Tim Reid talks about the benefits of comedy writing courses and building up a constant source of potential material.

This Country. Image shows from L to R: Reverend Francis Seaton (Paul Chahidi), Lee 'Kurtan' Mucklowe (Charlie Cooper), Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper) Writing

Rooting your sitcom

  • Tuesday 13th May 2025

We explain the importance of rooting your sitcom in reality. Don't be generic, be authentic and precise!