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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!

BBC Comedy Association Writing

Creating great comedy characters

  • Monday 12th May 2025

Here are some elements to consider when creating your comedy characters.

Derry Girls. Image shows from L to R: Michelle Mallon (Jamie-Lee O'Donnell), Orla McCool (Louisa Harland), James Maguire (Dylan Llewellyn), Erin Quinn (Saoirse-Monica Jackson) Writing

The importance of jokes

  • Thursday 8th May 2025

We discuss the importance of jokes in your sitcom scripts.

Pilgrimage: The Road Through the Alps. Helen Lederer

My Comedy Career: Helen Lederer

  • Wednesday 7th May 2025

Helen Lederer has been involved in comedy creation since the 1970s. We talk to her as she prepares to appear in the Fawlty Towers stage show.

Compass Writing

The importance of outlines

  • Tuesday 6th May 2025

We explain why you need a proper outline for your sitcom script - and why you should stick to it.

The Comedy Doctor. Credit: BCG Writing

The Comedy Doctor on TV to radio adaptations

  • Thursday 1st May 2025

A member wonders about adapting their television script for a radio competition.

Mike Cooper

Credit where credit's due

  • Tuesday 29th April 2025

Pro member and writer Mike Cooper discusses the importance of credits.

Jon Holmes

BCG Pro Sessions video: Jon Holmes

  • Monday 28th April 2025

Jon Holmes, the creative powerhouse behind The Skewer, discusses working with writers to make the multi-award-winning radio satire.