British Comedy Guide
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The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Paul Whitehouse, Simon Day, Arabella Weir, John Thomson, Caroline Aherne, Charlie Higson, Mark Williams. Copyright: BBC Writing

Members Ask... Charlie Higson, part 2

  • Thursday 2nd November 2023

In the second part of his exclusive interview, Charlie Higson answers Pro members' questions on everything from making comedy a full time career to getting an agent.

BBC Writersroom Open Call Writing

Webinar video: Simon Nelson from BBC Writersroom

  • Wednesday 1st November 2023

A recording of the webinar in which Simon Nelson from BBC Writersroom talks about what sort of comedy dramas the BBC is looking for in the next BBC Writersroom Script Call Window.

Female Pilot Club News

Female Pilot Club launches 2024 script call

  • Wednesday 1st November 2023

Female Pilot Club are seeking 30 minute TV and radio scripts, with two finalists set to have their scripts performed by comedy actors in front of a live audience.

Gina Lyons

BCG Pro Sessions video: Gina Lyons

  • Wednesday 1st November 2023

Here's the recording of our October 2023 BCG Pro Sessions Q&A with TV producer Gina Lyons. The hour-long discussion goes in-depth on topics related to developing comedy projects for TV.

The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Charlie Higson, Paul Whitehouse. Copyright: BBC Writing

Members Ask... Charlie Higson, part 1

  • Tuesday 31st October 2023

We put our members' questions to Charlie Higson. Here is the first part of his detailed, thoughtful, insightful responses.

Sue Vincent

My Comedy Career: Sue Vincent

  • Monday 30th October 2023

Comedy actor and writer Sue Vincent, who is currently starring in audio sitcom Cat/Person, takes on our My Comedy Career questions.

Drop The Dead Donkey. Image shows from L to R: Henry Davenport (David Swift), George Dent (Jeff Rawle), Helen Cooper (Ingrid Lacey), Sally Smedley (Victoria Wicks), Damien Day (Stephen Tompkinson), Gus Hedges (Robert Duncan), Joy Merryweather (Susannah Doyle). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions Writing

What's the situation?

  • Friday 27th October 2023

Here are three elements to consider when thinking about the situation in your situation comedy.

Helen Brooks Performance

Getting into comedy as a 40-year-old single mother

  • Thursday 26th October 2023

Comedian and writer Helen Brooks talks us through the struggles and rewards of getting into comedy as a 40-year-old single mother.

'Hello My Name Is' badge Writing

Coming up with a title for your sitcom project

  • Wednesday 25th October 2023

We talk about the importance of finding the right title for your sitcom project.

Steptoe And Son. Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC Writing

Failure in sitcom

  • Tuesday 24th October 2023

A look at the topic of failure and how you can utilise it in your sitcom scripts.