BCG Daily Friday 16th September 2022
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Rob Rouse, Rewind the Fringe review
It's a pleasure to see Rob Rouse back doing stand-up, as these days he's as well known for his acting.
Veronica Lee, The Arts Desk, 16th September 2022
Hal Cruttenden: It's Best You Hear It From Me review
With the well-honed comic instinct to mine laughs from dismay, and a sharp sense of both timing and jovial self-deprecation, jokes always come first in this accomplished break-up show.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 16th September 2022
Michael McIntyre's Southend show at Cliffs Pavilion postponed out of respect for Queen's funeral
The comedy show will now go ahead on Friday, October 14.
Hope Woolston, Essex Live, 16th September 2022
Dawn French review
A jolly show packed with celebrity anecdotes.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 16th September 2022
At a time of national mourning, London's comedians push onward
In times of national crisis, comedians can play an important role.
Noelle Mateer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, 16th September 2022
Jason Byrne Unblocked review
Warm welcome as comedian opens UK tour in Newcastle.
Helen Dalby, Newcastle Chronicle, 16th September 2022Videos
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6am60 min
Bad Sisters
Series 1, Episode 6 - SplashThe Garvey sisters regroup as their fears grow for Grace's well-being. Thomas finally gets a lead.
9am
No More Jockeys
Set 5, Episode 3 - Set 5, Game 3As Mark Watson taks a two-game lead in the set, Alex Horne's classics degree comes into use, Tim Key complains about old-school Oxford faeces, and there is a lack of hotel food.
11:30am30 min
Relativity
Series 4, Episode 2Ian's visit to the doctor leads to growing uncertainty about his health. Ken tries ineptly to bring Jane and Ian back together in an ill-advised surprise meeting. The grandchildren are delighted and horrified in equal measure when they find out that Margaret and Ken have been watching Naked Attraction.
1:30pm30 min
The Good, The Bad And The Unexpected
Series 12, Episode 3This week it's a Scot Squad special, featuring three of the show's funniest stars. Darren Connell and Karen Bartke are national treasures, and tell stories about how starring in the BBC Scotland hit show hasn't affected their lives at all, besides tattoos and minor fires. Julie Wilson Nimmo completes the line-up with a cracking story about acting classes in LA, and her competitive streak comes to the fore in the unexpected rounds.
6:30pm30 min
The News Quiz
Series 109, Special - Queen Elizabeth II SpecialSeries 109 starts with a special edition of The News Quiz reflecting on the passing of her majesty the Queen. Andy is joined by Lucy Porter, Steve Punt, Ayesha Hazarika and Zoe Lyons to discuss this historic week.
9pm30 min
Mortimer & Whitehouse: Gone Fishing
Series 5, Episode 2 - Grayling (River Dee, North Wales)Bob and Paul travel to the Crogen Estate in north Wales to fish the River Dee for grayling, a fish that has so far eluded Paul on their extensive travels. They fish hard on a secluded private estate, with Bob displaying some very balletic moves in the river while Paul tries hard to concentrate on landing the prized fish. While Paul continues to fish, Bob decides to set up a bijou coffee shop to refresh his friend.
10pm65 min
The Last Leg
Series 25, Special - Elizabeth II SpecialA special episode to mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II, with Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker, with guests David Harewood and Judi Love.