BCG Daily Sunday 11th December 2022
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Plebs: BAFTA nominated sitcom comes to an end
Plebs, the sitcom about a group of mates negotiating their way through Roman society, is coming to an end. A feature-length finale will round off the show, premiering on the new streaming service ITVX. The BBC joined Marcus, Grumio and Auerlius on set in Wales, as filming on their final adventure wrapped up.
Alex Stanger, BBC, 11th December 2022
Liz Kingsman interview
"At first, I got really hung up on people misinterpreting One Woman Show."
The Independent, 11th December 2022
Jack Whitehall: 'Two stars from the Guardian, that's the aim'
The comedian and actor on doing his own stunts, trying to mature as a comedian, and his return as Alfie Wickers in a Bad Education Christmas special.
Tim Lewis, The Guardian, 11th December 2022
A Christmas Carol-ish... by Mr Swallow review
Sublimely silly festive outing for Nick Mohammed's popular comic character.
Dave Fargnoli, The Stage, 11th December 2022
A Christmas Carol-ish... by Mr Swallow review
I'll say it now: I love a good Christmas Show. I don't consider myself over-the-top when it comes to festive feelings, but I do like the spirit of Christmas - the warmth, good tidings and all that razz the season brings. And so it was with much excitement I got myself down to Soho Theatre for A Christmas Carol-ish by Mr Swallow (aka Nick Mohammed). I was not disappointed.
Samantha Collett, North West End UK, 11th December 2022
Stephen Fry says not having children has left a 'big hole' in his life
'In another world, if I'd timed things right, I might have had children,' said Fry.
Furvah Shah, The Independent, 11th December 2022
Ruth Madoc obituary
Stage and screen actor best known for playing Gladys Pugh in the TV comedy series Hi-de-Hi!.
Anthony Hayward, The Guardian, 11th December 2022
Dodger: Super rich Victorian PM in Xmas special has parallels to Rishi Sunak, writers say
Unpopular super-wealthy PM in festive children's BBC TV highlight Dodger is meant to have contemporary resonance, the writers of the Oliver Twist prequel say.
Adam Sherwin, i Newspaper, 11th December 2022
John Robins: 'I sat in the dark to cut my energy bill - but saved no money at all'
Fame and fortune: the comedian on why he has no extravagances in his life and how he finds tax interesting.
Genevieve Holl-Allen, The Telegraph, 11th December 2022
James Acaster doesn't need your sympathy
The British comedian has turned his breakups and breakdowns into material. But his real subject is the nature of stand-up itself.
Sarah Chihaya, The New Yorker, 11th December 2022
How Hi-De-Hi! embraced British nostalgia and triumphed over 1980s alternative comedy
The death of Ruth Madoc has prompted many to remember just how funny, and quietly mould-breaking, Hi-De-Hi! was.
Ed Power, The Telegraph, 11th December 2022
Did you hear the one about the doctor who went into stand-up? Meet the medics who love to make you laugh
Whether it's for light relief from a stressful day job or to make a political point, a surprising number of doctors are swapping the stethoscope for the microphone.
Elle Hunt, The Observer, 11th December 2022TV & radio
7:15pm30 min
The Confessional
Series 3, Episode 1 - Jessie CaveStephen Mangan is back with another series of his comedy chat show about shame, guilt and occasional repentance. The series begins with Harry Potter actor, writer, podcaster, cartoonist and illustrator Jessie Cave in the hot seat.
9pm90 min
Bradley Walsh: The Laugh's On Me
Episode 1First part of the landmark documentary looking at Bradley Walsh, the star comedian and TV personality.