BCG Daily Wednesday 27th October 2021
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Meet the author: Rob Beckett on new book A Class Act
On screen, he's like an over-enthusiastic puppy wanting to play - yet there is a much deeper side to comedian Rob Beckett.
The Sunday Post, 27th October 2021
Stath Lets Flats review
This is one-note comedy -- hilarious if you enjoy the sight of implausibly stupid people embarrassing themselves endlessly.
Christopher Stevens, Daily Mail, 27th October 2021
Stath Lets Flats review
Baffling sitcom is still in thrall to an imbecile.
James Jackson, The Times, 27th October 2021
Quick fire questions for Charlie Vero-Martin
All this month, we are putting Charlie Vero-Martin in the spotlight. Charlie is a comedian. an improviser, and is even in the troupe Glitch where she improvises with puppets. In the last section of the interview we do a tradition quick fire question round.
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 27th October 2021
We shouldn't be afraid of Fawlty Towers' pure comedy
Radio 4's exploration of John Cleese and Connie Booth's beloved sitcom on What Funny About... revealed why it was so successful. But would it still get made today?
Charlotte Runcie, The Telegraph, 27th October 2021
Flo and Joan announce 2022 tour
60 dates for musical duo's new Sweet Release show.
Chortle, 27th October 2021
The Good Life review
There are laughs in the show - I laughed a few times and heard plenty of chuckles from the rather small audience on opening night, most I think even older than me - but, given the potential of the script and the talent on stage, this feels like a show that should be a lot better than it is.
David Chadderton, British Theatre Guide, 27th October 2021
Archie Maddocks review
Straight out of the traps, Archie Maddocks admits he regrets the title of this revived 2019 Edinburgh Fringe show - even though he's had a long pandemic to fix it.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 27th October 2021
Jason Byrne resumes tour after heart operation
"I was devastated that I had to postpone some of my tour gigs due to me heart acting the bollix, but I'm all fixed now and pumping to go."
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 27th October 2021
Leroy Brito to play Wales Millennium Centre
Leroy Brito is set to play two nights at the Wales Millennium Centre on 26 and 27th November.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 27th October 2021
Rishi Sunak offers some cheer to live entertainment
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a package of tax breaks for the entertainment sector to help it recover from the pandemic. Trade body UK Hospitality welcomed the Budget, but called for more help.
Chortle, 27th October 2021
The reason why Paddy McGuinness got into comedy
Paddy McGuinness has revealed the main driving force behind him getting into comedy was due to seeing how much his pal Peter Kay got paid.
Niomi Harris, Daily Mail, 27th October 2021
Steve Royle to switch on Lytham Christmas lights
Lancashire funny man Steve Royle will light up Lytham as he officially switches on this year's Christmas Lights.
Julia Bennett, Blackpool Gazette, 27th October 2021
Loyiso Gola: Pop Culture review
Culture clashes get incisive treatment as the contrarian stand-up injects fresh material into his 2019 Fringe set.
Jay Richardson, The List, 27th October 2021
John Challis' death: Sue Holderness fights back tears
Sue Holderness fought back tears as she was interviewed about former co-star John Challis' death.
Robert Mann, The Sun, 27th October 2021
Bobby Davro's company goes bust
Bobby Davro's company goes bust and owes £32k tax bill - after comedian complained about struggle to get work.
The Sun, 27th October 2021
Phoenix Nights bouncy castle available to rent
A rude bouncy castle once featured in Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights is available for hire. The Sammy Snake x-rated inflatable appeared in a 2002 episode - but can be yours to rent for £200.
Niamh Cavanagh, The Sun, 27th October 2021
Magic Goes Wrong's West End return: first look photos
Photos for mystical mishap extravaganza Magic Goes Wrong have been revealed as the show returns to the West End after its covid-enforced hiatus.
Alex Wood, What's On Stage, 27th October 202110 top tips from screenwriting pros
One place that has consistently delivered top-notch advice over the years is The London Screenwriters' Festival, and that's why I have collated my favourite top tips from its most recent online event.
Joanna Tilley, 27th October 2021Videos
Online
Podcasts
TV & radio
8:35am25 min
Justin's House
Series 5, Episode 3 - Teddy Bears' PicnicSome unexpected guests arrive to Robert's picnic for teddy bears.
11:30am30 min
What's Funny About...
Series 2, Episode 6 - The Good LifePeter Fincham and Jon Plowman talk to Felicity Kendal about the history of the self-sufficiency sitcom The Good Life.
5pm30 min
Nova Jones
Series 1, Episode 6 - Nova Vs. The Space HatersThe Jefferson Crew enters cyberspace to fend off some online meanies. Strangers' opinions don't worry Nova until they attack her sister. Rap-battle ready, Nova takes on the trolls.
5:55pm10 min
Scream Street
Series 2, Episode 10 - Toy Scary, Part 1Luke regrets throwing his old toys away when they come to life and seek their revenge.
6:05pm10 min
Scream Street
Series 2, Episode 11 - Toy Scary, Part 2Luke has to rely on the help of his old toys to save Cleo and Resus.
9pm60 min
Rob Beckett's Undeniable
Episode 5In today's show, host Rob Beckett invites guests Eamonn Holmes, Seann Walsh, AJ Odudu and Larry Dean to bring as many brilliant facts as they can in an attempt to impress everyone and hopefully get on Rob's coveted Wall of Facts.
10pm30 min
Sandylands
Series 2, Episode 3Donna prepares for her big performance at the Swallows' B&B grand re-opening. Emily decides to go back to her life in London and Les receives some bad news about his life insurance application.
10pm60 min
Outsiders
Series 1, Episode 5It's the Outsiders' penultimate day living together in the wild and all three pairs are under increasing pressure. Cracks in their relationships start to appear as they take pot shots at one another in a hunting challenge and have to lead each other blindfolded in a sensory deprivation challenge. Jess attempts to persuade Jamali that their relationship has a romantic feel, but he remains unconvinced!
10pm60 min
Brassic
Series 3, Episode 4Mr and Mrs Bishop are back and the gang are once again caught up in their bitter divorce battle.
11pm15 min
Lasties
Episode 2 - Hot MagnumsRay's fuming. Boo's brought his "big shop" along to the pub and his fish fingers are thawing. He challenges Boo to put a log on the fire. Derek - an old goose of a landlord - isn't happy with any of it.
11:15pm15 min
Tarot: Soundbleed
Episode 4We hear three people preparing for the end of the world, what you can really hear when you put your ear to a shell and a very unusual ASMR scenario.