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Brian And Charles review
Jim Archer's debut feature is an odd-couple comedy with the emphasis firmly on odd, which takes a dark turn when Charles is stolen by the village bully.
Brian Viner, Daily Mail, 8th July 2022
The Baby review
A killer baby falling from the sky... that doesn't happen every day!
Christopher Stevens, Daily Mail, 8th July 2022
Fringe chief issues 'heartfelt apology' to rebel performers and venues
The chief executive of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society has issued a "heartfelt apology" to artists, venues, producers and publicists behind a rebellion against the running of the event ahead in its 75th anniversary year.
Brian Ferguson, The Scotsman, 8th July 2022
Brian And Charles review
Earl and Hayward are an adorable double act and when the possibility of separation looms large, the lump in our throats is sizeable.
The Herald, 8th July 2022
Alice Brine: Brinestorm Q&A
New Zealander Alice Brine is making her Edinburgh debut this year with a show that promises to rip the lid off the reality of life with ADHD. We caught up with the expert storyteller to talk about her late ADHD diagnosis, hangovers, and the pressure of Edinburgh Fringe review culture...
Funny Women, 8th July 2022
9 exciting newcomers to see at Edinburgh Fringe 2022
Make note of these nine now, before they become household names.
Elliot Gonzalez, I Talk Telly, 8th July 2022Funny At The Fringe - interview - Erika Ehler: Femcel
It's a show mostly about my experiences with the dudes I've dated but I also talk about other stuff like Body Image, Ted Bundy and one or more terror atack.
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 8th July 2022
Funny At The Fringe - interview - Troy Hawke, Sigmund Troy'd!
Troy runs into a few circumstances where the world doesn't react to him the way he feels it should and he comes to the unlikely conclusion that he may be the problem.
Holly, Phoenix Remix, 8th July 2022
Martin Freeman and Daisy Haggard interview
"Show me a person who's not been screamed at by their parents and I'll show you a unicorn."
Morgan Jeffery, Radio Times, 8th July 2022
Ricky Gervais's home town has named a rubbish truck after him
Gervais shared the image of the truck driven around by Reading's resident bin men on social media on Thursday, remarking: "Is there any greater honour than your hometown naming a garbage truck after you?"
Danny Jones, JOE, 8th July 2022How the devil are you, Robin Grainger?
I missed being on stage and hanging out with my mates at gigs.
Punchline UK, 8th July 2022
Dapper Laughs finally marries girlfriend three years after proposing
Dapper Laughs, whose real name is Daniel O'Reilly, has finally married his girlfriend Shelley Rae, three years after proposing on Celebrity Big Brother.
Charlotte Hulme, The Sun, 8th July 2022
Rhod Gilbert to undergo surgery
The comic has already had to cancel a couple of shows in his Book Of John tour as he struggles with pain in his neck and throat.
Chortle, 8th July 2022Brian And Charles: Jim Archer on the year's best Welsh robot bromance
A lonely inventor creates a DIY robot in new British comedy Brian And Charles. Director Jim Archer tells us what sparked it all.
Lou Thomas, British Film Institute, 8th July 2022Julia Masli interview
'CHOOSH! is a clown show tracing a migrant's journey through absurd routines and surreal physical comedy. Be prepared for serious belly laughs! And expect snow on your head!
ThreeWeeks, 8th July 2022Interview: Jo Dellapina - Boy Crazy Psycho Slut
Like all women, Jo has been called her fair share of things, many not so flattering.
The New Current, 8th July 2022Comedy newbie Q&A: Christian Brighty
The subject of today's Q&A is Christian Brighty.
Brian Donaldson, The List, 8th July 2022Videos
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