Live gigs
Insight from promoters on how to run a good live comedy night.
Going live
- Thursday 22nd August 2024
Micheál Jacob offers some useful advice on putting together a live show.
Going from That Guy on screen to That Guy on stage
- Friday 9th February 2024
Comedian Matt Green explains how he transferred his comedy from screen to stage.
BCG Pro Success Stories: Lucy Regent
- Thursday 11th January 2024
In this new feature, we highlight our members' success stories. If they can do it, why can't you? First up: Lucy Regent is ready for 2024, with two new comedies in tow!
Resolutions for comedy creatives
- Tuesday 2nd January 2024
We chat about potential New Year's resolutions for comedy creatives.
Directing live comedy
- Thursday 21st September 2023
In this piece, we discuss the benefits of hiring a director to work on your live show.
Katy & Karen Koren on the Gilded Balloon
- Monday 24th July 2023
It's been a challenging few years for the Edinburgh Fringe. We spoke to Karen Koren and Katy Koren of the Gilded Balloon about adapting to these difficult times and the Fringe's future.
Using BSL signing at comedy performances
- Friday 12th August 2022
Founder of the Leicester Comedy Festival, Geoff Rowe, reflects on recent discussions around BSL signing at comedy performances, and reflects on lessons he learned when trialling the same at his festival in the mid-1990s.
My Comedy Career: Andy White
- Friday 14th May 2021
Jesterlarf Comedy Club promoter Andy White is currently organising July's massive Cambridge Comedy Festival, which is set to feature more than 150 comedians. We talk to him about how he got started as a promoter, his tips for running a good gig, and more.
Using email newsletters to promote your comedy
- Wednesday 17th February 2021
We explain why it's worth having a mailing list (even if you don't think you need one), and then talk through the various email marketing platforms available. Plus: how to build subscribers, and what to put in your emails.
Interview with Just The Tonic founder Darrell Martin
- Tuesday 18th February 2020
Just The Tonic founder Darrell Martin talks about what it's like to run a comedy club chain. This interview includes some tips for comedians on how to get noticed by club bookers.