British Comedy Guide

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Harry Enfield

Gags to riches: can comedy make you rich?

  • Monday 18th September 2023

In this piece, we examine whether comedy can make you rich. The short answer is, "yes". The long answer is... rather more complicated.

Alma's Not Normal. Image shows from L to R: Lin (Siobhan Finneran), Alma Nuthall (Sophie Willan), Joan (Lorraine Ashbourne), Jim (Nicholas Asbury) Writing

Video: How to structure your 30 minute TV comedy script

  • Sunday 17th September 2023

If you're writing 30 minute sitcom or comedy drama scripts, you'll want to get the structure right. Here's an hour-long video in which Chris Head uses clips and script excerpts to look at the three act structure often seen in TV comedy.

Illustration of a woman holding a megaphone

Should you hire a publicist?

  • Friday 15th September 2023

In this piece, we talk through the importance of publicity. Should you hire a PR?

Ghosts. Robin (Laurence Rickard) Production

Directing comedy: reaction shots

  • Thursday 14th September 2023

When shooting comedy, reaction shots are key to a satisfying and funny finished product. We discuss them here.

Generic picture of a laptop Writing

3 ways to make your first page pop

  • Wednesday 13th September 2023

Getting the first page of your script right is crucial. Here are some tips.

A studio audience Production

Sprinkling sugar: "sweetening" laughter tracks

  • Tuesday 12th September 2023

In this piece, we discuss the process of "sweetening" the laughter on sitcoms and live comedy videos.

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Producer says no: dealing with rejection

  • Monday 11th September 2023

In this piece, we discuss rejection and how to respond to it.

Jack Carrivick Production

Jack Carrivick talks about the art of comedy directing

  • Friday 8th September 2023

As a couple of his projects arrive on screens, we thought it a good time to talk to director Jack Carrivick.

The Secret Reviewer

The Secret Reviewer #54: The Big Stage

  • Friday 1st September 2023

Every month our clandestine critic reveals the murky truths behind that infamous trade, and live comedy generally. This month: Should we be sniffy about arena comedy?

Funny From The Fringe. Copyright: BBC Performance

3 ways to start your stand-up set

  • Thursday 31st August 2023

How you choose to start your stand-up set will create the tone of your performance. But what is the best approach? We discuss the options.