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James Acaster looking at all options over Kettering homecoming gigs
James Acaster said he was "looking at all options" for his homecoming gigs at a venue due to close. Kettering Conference Centre, which houses the Lighthouse Theatre, is set to shut on 31 May, the owner announced.
BBC, 2nd May 2023
'Jerry was freaked out' - the writer of Jerry Springer: The Opera on their showdown
In the brilliantly crude opera, the talk show host ends up in hell after being shot by a nappy-wearing fetishist aiming at the KKK. But, recalls the smash hit's writer Richard Thomas, that's not what upset the TV legend when he finally saw the show.
Richard Thomas, The Guardian, 2nd May 2023
Polite Society review
Polite Society is a delicious modern fairy-tale: Prince Charming is put firmly in his place, and the damsel takes charge of her own destiny. We're left believing that Ria really might actually leap and kick her way into her fantasy future.
Susan Singfield, Bouquets & Brickbats, 2nd May 2023
Katherine Ryan hits out at theme park
Katherine Ryan has blasted a theme park for stopping her son Fred, two, from going on a ride.
The comedian was incensed that the youngster, who "loves diggers more than anything", was denied entry after queuing for 25 minutes.
Dan Cain, The Sun, 2nd May 2023
Adam Brace had a magic touch for comedy and theatre - both worlds will mourn his death
Brace, who has died aged 43, was a hugely talented playwright, dramaturg and director who worked on a string of hits including One-Woman Show and Age Is A Feeling.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 2nd May 2023
WGGB urges members not to break American strike
The Writers' Guild Of Great Britain has issued guidance to its members urging them not to break the current Writers Guild of America strike.
Jon Creamer, Televisual, 2nd May 2023I'm an Only Fools And Horses fan and I'm being forced to sell my iconic van
A replica of Del Boy's iconic Only Fools And Horses yellow van is up for sale - and you won't need to be a millionaire to snap it up.
The Sun, 2nd May 2023Podcasts
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6:30pm30 min
Wosson Cornwall
Episode 2 - It's St. Crundy's Day Eve!We learn about the significance of little-known Cornish festival St. Crundy's Day Eve, whilst Gen-Z hotel receptionists - LJ and Jess - have to deal with another customer. And find out the financial impact to Cornwall of an alien invasion of London.
10pm60 min
Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled
Series 7, Episode 8Johnny Vegas, Rachel Parris, Ellie Taylor and Josh Pugh join Alan Davies to share stories about the world's worst comic, a massive dump, an unwanted mutt, a cry for help and a selection of Dutch marital aids.
10pm60 min
Guilt
Series 3, Episode 2Max and Jake seek refuge with a face from the past in the Highlands, but Teddy is on their trail. Scotland's national bank is being sold, and Maggie sees an opportunity.
10:40pm30 min
Rain Dogs
Episode 5 - Emotional ErectionWhen a family visit awakens old demons, Costello confronts a secret from her past. Not knowing when they will see one another again, Selby and Costello say an uncertain goodbye.
11pm15 min
Comedy Club At Machynlleth
Series 2, Episode 4Stephen Bailey brings us more highlights from the Machynlleth Comedy Festival. Tonight, Isy Suttie speaks to the poet and storyteller Lia Burge about her show Crying Into Bins which looks at Lia's time in the service industry.