BCG Daily Tuesday 26th November 2013

From the archive: That Was The Week That Was review

Satire has always been scarce on television; this new programme shows that wit and mockery can be successful.

Crying Duck Comedy are missing nineties Izzard

Once a month Crying Duck Comedy take four 'comedy heroes' (comedians) and put them on stage for your delectation. It's back this Friday with John Kearns, Lou Sanders, Chris Cantrill and Chris Betts.

Morecambe and Wise: The Whole Story review

Morecambe and Wise: The Whole Story's high point is covering the early years.

Back problems force David Walliams to cancel work

A statement from Harper Collins said: "Actor, writer and comedian David Walliams is due to undergo emergency back surgery this week and has been advised by doctors to cancel all work commitments for the remainder of 2013."

Stan Stennett dies aged 88

Stan Stennett has died at the age of 88, his family has confirmed.

What's the secret to Morecambe & Wise's staying power?

With a new tribute on the West End and a BBC1 documentary, Eric & Ernie rival comedy duos Laurel & Hardy or the Marx Brothers for their afterlife. Why do they continue to inspire?

Review: That Mitchell & Webb Sound

What comes across most strongly is that Mitchell and Webb clearly love what they are doing.

Last Tango in Halifax, series two, episode two, review

The second series of the BBC's hit comedy drama, featuring Alan and Celia's wedding, continues to impress.

Nicola Walker shines in another brilliant instalment

Nicola Walker was the star of the episode in my opinion as she totally made you feel for Gillian throughout the course of the story.

The Spotlight on ... Phil Wang

Here's another ace young stand-up to look out for - Phil Wang, he's got a Chortle Student Comedian of the Year victory under his belt, and a debut Edinburgh run too. And it sounds like that super-relaxed demeanour onstage is all a BIG LIE.

Radio Times review

Bustling Denise is off to a training weekend, leaving husband Joe and granny Dot home alone. The pair are under strict instructions not to set foot in the sanctified "Good Room" but, of course, the temptation proves overwhelming. Soon the pair are enjoying the delights of this forbidden place, but the arrival of Dot's persistent and embarrassingly inappropriate suitor Arthur (played by the wonderful John Woodvine) brings only destruction. As for expectant parents Jack and Sarah (Chris Ramsey and Kimberley Nixon), they are suffering the petty humiliations of an antenatal class.

Hebburn and its ramshackle cast of cheerful Geordies are sweet and have a certain charm. But the humour is so low-key it's barely audible.