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Tattyfilarious show celebrates Ken Dodd's genius announced
The widow of legendary funnyman Ken Dodd has licensed all theatrical rights to his material -- the ticklish gags, comedy routines, Diddymen scripts and songs that had audiences rolling in the aisles over his six-decade career -- for an undisclosed sum to a top West End producer to create a theatre show about his life. I can reveal that Michael Harrison, who presents the pantomimes at the London Palladium and hit musical The Drifters Girl, among others, licensed the treasure trove of rib-ticklers from Lady Anne Dodd, who married the comedian two days before he died, aged 90, in 2018.
Baz Bamigboye, Daily Mail, 11th February 2022
Ed Gamble: Electric at the Hackney Empire review
The Great British Menu star is reliable but needs to tweak the recipe to reach the next level.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 11th February 2022
Letters: Jimmy Carr went beyond the boundaries of acceptable comedy
The question which has to be asked is whether there is any subject which should be off-limits for comedians and remain taboo.
Denis Bruce, The Herald, 11th February 2022
On comedy, Jimmy Carr and freedom
One of the most effective ways to defend liberty is by not abusing it.
Robert Shrimsley, The Financial Times, 11th February 2022
Arena gigs for Parenting Hell podcast
After 50 million downloads the smash hit, consistently chart-topping Parenting Hell starring Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe podcast will hit the road with live shows at both the Manchester Arena on Friday 14th April 2023 and London The O2 on Friday 21st April 2023.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 11th February 2022
Ed Gamble: Electric, Hackney Empire, review
The Off Menu host makes even the most banal subjects eye-wateringly hilarious in his new stand-up show.
Rachel Aroesti, i Newspaper, 11th February 2022
Louise Young joins Off The Kerb
Hailing from Newcastle, Louise Young has quickly become one of the brightest new names on the comedy circuit.
Off The Kerb, 11th February 2022
Henry Normal, The Quay, Sudbury, review
A marvellous night of poetry, storytelling and cardigans.
Simon O'Hagan, i Newspaper, 11th February 2022
Ed Gamble: Electric - Hackney Empire, London review
No need to take a gamble on this well-known, established comedian, his set is slick and, as expected, electrifyingly excellent.
Christine Stanton, The Reviews Hub, 11th February 2022
Janey Godley row: MSPs like 'despicable' Scottish Tory attack ad
Two MSPs have "liked" a Scottish Tory attack tweet on comedian Janey Godley which was described as "utterly despicable and lacking in humanity".
Gregor Young, The National (Scotland), 11th February 2022
Nigel Ng interview
YouTube character videos have propelled Nigel Ng into the online big league but live stand-up is where it's at.
Jay Richardson, The List, 11th February 2022Videos
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11:30am30 min
Fags, Mags And Bags
Series 10, Episode 2 - Jeff Capes Five EggerDave tries to make friends with Pummie, his food delivery driver - but has he crossed the customer/delivery driver friend line?
1:30pm30 min
The Good, The Bad And The Unexpected
Series 10, Episode 6This week Mark Nelson has a sporting legend, a lyrical master and one of the country's favourite personalities. Grand Slam winning Scott Hastings shares memories of the famous win in 1990, as well as remembering his royal wedding proposal. Tiktok star and Scottish poet Len Pennie has a couple of unfortunate incidents that she's happy to share with everyone, whilst Les Dennis reveals the best and the worst of his celebrity lifestyle, from First Class to Woking.
5:30pm30 min
Horrible Histories
Series 9, Episode 12 - Henry & Liz's Family Face-OffTudors King Henry VIII and daughter Queen Elizabeth I bicker about who was the best ruler.
6:30pm30 min
The News Quiz
Series 107, Episode 7Andy Zaltzman hosts the first episode of The News Quiz to feature a studio audience at the BBC Radio Theatre since 2020. Joining him are Athena Kugblenu, Mark Steel, Hugo Rifkind and Jackie Weaver to look at NHS backlogs, the end of all COVID restrictions in England, a minor reshuffle and a major scientific breakthrough.
8pm30 min
Would I Lie To You?
Series 15, Episode 6Rapper Lady Leshurr, author Philippa Perry, broadcaster Alan Titchmarsh and comedian Mike Wozniak join host Rob Brydon and regular captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack on the comedy panel show.
9pm45 min
9pm60 min
8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown
Series 21 (Channel 4: Series 22), Episode 6In his final appearance the late Sean Lock is joined by Harry Hill as they take on Jon Richardson and Rosie Jones. Mr Swallow, aka Nick Mohammed, is in Dictionary Corner. Jimmy Carr hosts, while regular Countdown mathematician Rachel Riley and lexicographer Susie Dent are on hand to adjudicate.
10pm60 min
10pm60 min
Dating No Filter
Series 2, Episode 1Lloyd and Daisie take a punt at a date - literally - as they try their hand at punting on a river date. Then it's the turn of Martin and Josh, who will attempt to showcase their best sides as they take on a cake baking class. Looking on and casting judgement will be the comedy pairings of Asim Chaudhry and Sukh Ojla, London Hughes and Verona Rose, Emily Atack and Joel Dommett, and Josh Jones and Jayde Adam.
10:35pm50 min
The Graham Norton Show
Series 29, Episode 19 - Adele, Helen Mirren, Jim Broadbent, Golda Rosheuvel, George EzraAdele talks babies, Vegas and vanishing; Dame Helen Mirren says lockdown was brilliant; Jim Broadbent talks about not being Del Boy; Golda Rosheuvel says Bridgerton is a raunchy as ever; and George Ezra performs live in the studio.