BCG Daily Tuesday 17th June 2014
News
TV
Features
Film
Press clippings
Monty Python interview. Say no more.
The biggest reunion in comedy history is about to take place at the O2 Arena. We speak to the five surviving Pythons and find a bickering comedy 'family' who aren't going to go quietly.
Ben Williams & Andy Gotts, Time Out, 17th June 2014Monty Python on Monty Python
Who's the funniest? Who's the silliest? Is Michael Palin really that nice? We put some quickfire questions to the Monty Python team.
Ben Williams & Andy Gotts, Time Out, 17th June 2014Monty Python's best sketches (according to famous fans)
Simon Pegg, Eddie Izzard, Bob Odenkirk and other well-known Python addicts reveal which skits make them laugh the most.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014Julian Clary, Charlie Higson for East Anglia uni degree
Julian Clary and Charlie Higson are to receive honorary degrees from the University of East Anglia.
ITV News, 17th June 2014Antidote to World Cup? Peter Serafinowicz commentates
"I have to say... I really hate football," says Peter Serafinowicz at half time in his latest venture: World Cup 2014 commentary. Joined by actor, Lewis MacLeod and entrepreneur alter ego, Brian Butterfield, this is the perfect antidote to World Cup fever.
Bart Harris, Radio Times, 17th June 2014Michael Palin interview
It's been 30 years since the first class traveller last performed comedy. We speak to the youngest member of Monty Python (at 71) about the much-anticipated reunion shows.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014Terry Jones interview
The film director, poet, author and go-to Python for falsetto-voiced female roles explains why he's not even started thinking about Monty Python's O2 shows... yet.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014Terry Gilliam interview
The self-confessed 'least recognisable Python' weighs up whether or not the reunion is 'depressing' and hopes he won't pay homage to Tommy Cooper.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014Eric Idle interview
The LA-based Python is masterminding the troupe's reunion shows, and here he explains why, unlike Terry Gilliam and Michael Palin, he always looks on the bright side of life.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014John Cleese interview
Ahead of the Monty Python reunion, the tallest and oldest member talks Life of Brian bliss, Meaning of Life disagreements and why the current BBC makes him sad.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014Monty Python - Time Out special
Interviews with all the members of Monty Python, plus other features related to their live show.
Ben Williams, Time Out, 17th June 2014Stephen Fry is bookies favourite for Danger Mouse role
Stephen Fry is bookies favourite to replace David Jason in the new Danger Mouse animated series.
Metro, 17th June 2014Tom Rosenthal, Soho Theatre, review
His opening act is a breathless and deftly daft rant about Bulgaria's infamous footballer Nicklas Bendtner and the time he got arrested for driving up the motorway the wrong way.
Brendan Sharp, The Independent, 17th June 2014Rik Mayall fans win over council
Hammersmith and Fulham Council has said it is interested in arranging a bench in memory of TV comic Rik Mayall who died last week, following a petition by fans.
Get West London, 17th June 2014Adam Buxton brings Bug to Glasgow and Manchester
Five facts ahead of pop culture commentator's music video 'analysis' nights.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 17th June 2014Robin Ince prepares to take you In and Out of His Mind
The comedy boffin is pals with Brian Cox, has a TED talk under his belt and loves Rik Mayall.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 17th June 2014BBC comedy boss uses licence fee to buy cupcakes
The BBC's comedy chief used £120 of public money to buy cupcakes for his staff, it emerged today. Shane Allen, who is paid a salary of £207,000, claimed the money back for 48 cakes last year. He also claimed expenses for taxis after watching comedy shows, hosting leaving drinks and buying comedy DVDs.
Daily Mail, 17th June 2014Smug Roberts interview
"Comedy is about to implode," says Smug Roberts, resident MC at the new Captain's Comedy Club at the relaunched Mark Addy pub, in Salford. "It's gone through a massive period of arena tours, and I think it's about to go back underground."
Sarah Walters, Manchester Evening News, 17th June 2014BBC clears HIGNFY of offending Prince Harry
A report has cleared the satirical quiz show Have I Got News For You of offending Prince Harry, on the basis that it is a 'tradition' to poke fun at the royals.
Alisdair Glennie, Daily Mail, 17th June 2014Friday Night Dinner preview
If you were a fan of the first two series or fancy a funny alternative to the World Cup, Friday Night Dinner is the perfect show for you.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 17th June 2014Edinburgh Fringe Preview: Lucy Porter
It sometimes feels that Lucy Porter has been doing Edinburgh almost as long as me. And in some ways she has.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 17th June 2014Edinburgh Fringe 2014 interview: Joz Norris
Last year Joz Norris let three of his character creations do the talking. He's here this year, in all his actual human-being glory, ditching the characters to take to the stage as himself (and maybe other versions of himself).
Laugh Out London, 17th June 2014The David Morgan three minute interview
An avid television enthusiast, David Morgan's love of the small screen led to him writing for HeatWorld and creating a popular rundown of the Eurovision Song Contest that was part of the BBC's Online Coverage. Martin Walker asks about his latest Fringe offering.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Charlie O'Connor three minute interview
Dandyisms sees the talented and attractive Charlie O'Connor perform his highly physical style of comedy - accompanied by live music, storytelling and plain silliness - to audiences at this year's Edinburgh Fringe. Meanwhile, Martin Walker is suffering from hair envy, but being British, he doesn't mention it.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Chris Martin three minute interview
This year comedian Chris Martin's world changed dramatically. He apparently matured after performing to over one hundred thousand people and so he decided to up sticks and move home - into his parents shed. Martin briefly meets Chris to ask about his new show, Responsibilities.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Anna Morris three minute interview
After a year away, character comic Anna Morris returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with Would Like to Thank. The show is filled with confessions, dark twists, competition, tension, jeopardy, songs and fearless interaction at an awards ceremony that is falling part. Martin Walker finds out more.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Ian Smith three minute interview
Martin Walker catches up with the lovely stand-up and actor Ian Smith. They discuss Ian's new Edinburgh Fringe show, Flappable, which is about uncertainty... or is it? Well yes, it is.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Simon Evans three minute interview
Following sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and a successful UK tour, Simon Evans - from Channel 4's Stand Up For the Week
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Caimh McDonnell three minute interview
In his decade on the British stand-up circuit, Caimh McDonnell has firmly established himself as the white-haired Irishman whose name nobody can pronounce. When not performing stand-up, Caimh writes for TV and creates BAFTA nominated children's shows. Martin Walker asks about his latest foray in to the Edinburgh Fringe.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Jack Samuel Warner & John Pendal extended interview
Edinburgh Fringe show, Men & Myths features stand up comedians Jack Samuel Warner and John Pendal. John lives a vivid life that generates astounding stories. Jack lives vicariously through John. Martin Walker talks to them both about the show.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Catriona Knox three minute interview
Catriona Knox is one third of the popular all-female sketch group The Boom Jennies who have performed no less than six times at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to critical acclaim. Her broadcast credits include BBC One's Not Going Out, BBC Bitesize Shakespeare, and countless Radio 4 shows. Martin askes about her solo Edinburgh offering.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014The Tony Law three minute interview
It's not hyperbole to describe Tony Law as a living comedy legend. His act is unique, intelligent and absolutely hilarious. You can get hold of many of his previous shows on DVD via comedy enthusiasts Go Faster Stripe - or even better catch his live show in Edinburgh. Martin Walker asks, 'where and what, is the Tonezone?'
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 17th June 2014Preview review: Bobby Mair
I've been tipping Canadian Bobby Mair for greatness ever since I stumbled into his 2013 Edinburgh show Obviously Adopted by accident.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 17th June 2014Videos
Online
TV
Online
Online
Online
TV & radio
5pm30 min
Strange Hill High
Series 2, Episode 8 - InnercrombieIt's Valentine's Day and while attempting to sabotage Abercrombie's zero tolerance to romance, the trio discover a portal to the inside the head's head. What at first seems like the best thing ever soon turns into a nightmare as the bullies gain control of the headmaster. The only way to stop them is to test the old adage - the heart rules the head.
5:55pm10 min
10pm60 min
The Football's On
Series 1, Episode 8Ian Stone and Doc Brown are joined by Tim Vine to talk about the World Cup.
10pm60 min
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 1, Episode 2Jason Byrne, Richard Herring, Phill Jupitus and Jessica Hynes join Alan. Crucifixion, school discipline and being confused for someone else get talked about tonight.
11pm30 min
Clayton Grange
Series 2, Episode 2Professor Saunders hopes to persuade his elderly aunt to leave her fortune to science. Meanwhile, his team develop a gun powered simply by thought, but no-one succeeds in thinking very well.