BCG Daily Thursday 14th September 2023
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Sara Pascoe on why she'll never do the Edinburgh Fringe again
And how she cried when her ex's show was a success.
Chortle, 14th September 2023Glasgow comedian 'gutted' after show cancelled at late notice
A Glasgow comedian has revealed that he is "gutted" after one of his shows was cancelled due to the venue closing with immediate effect. Gary Faulds posted a statement yesterday expressing his disappointment in having to cancel his show in Motherwell on September 22 as he states it was an issue that "no one seen coming".
Taylor Murray, Glasgow Evening Times, 14th September 2023Myra Dubois: Be Well review
Acid-tongued comic creations.
John Cutler, The Reviews Hub, 14th September 2023Myra Dubois: Be Well review
Now on a national tour, the fabulous drag queen Myra DuBois makes a triumphant return to the West End with her new show, which takes on mindfulness and mental health in meaningful ways while also remaining resolutely ridiculous.
Rich Cline, Shadows on the Wall, 14th September 2023Naturists hope nude comedy can sell lifestyle to younger people
Young British Naturism, a group for ages 18-35, wants to challenge stereotypes with its clothes-free events.
Blathnaid Corless, The Telegraph, 14th September 2023Richard Ayoade criticised for supporting Graham Linehan and 'brilliance' of new book
Richard Ayoade has been criticised for praising a new book by "anti-trans" campaigner Graham Linehan.
Emily Chudy, Pink News, 14th September 202320 years later, Peep Show and Little Britain have aged very differently
Two comedy shows launched on the same evening back in 2003, but only one has emerged as a classic of the genre.
Tom Nicholson, Esquire, 14th September 2023Iain Stirling recalls 'disaster' first date with Laura Whitmore
Iain Stirling has recalled his 'disaster' first date with now-wife Laura Whitmore.
The comedian recounted his blunder during an appearance on a special edition of Loose Women & Men.
Nicola Bardon, The Sun, 14th September 2023Dave Gorman interview
Dave Gorman said Powerpoint was a way to bring lots of information and tell a story in a different way.
James Vukmirovic, The Express and Star, 14th September 2023Videos
TV & radio
My Teenage Diary
Series 11, Episode 3 - Amy GledhillThis week's teenage diary features comedian Amy Gledhill, who spills the beans on an action-packed summer of love in Hull, 2004.
Screw
Series 2, Episode 6In a thrilling series climax, can Leigh and Rose save not only themselves but the future of the wing?
The Lovers
Episode 2After a glorious night of laughter and sexual tension Janet makes a suggestion to Seamus: they should have an affair!
Royle Exclusive: Behind The Sofa
The Royle Family: Down The Back Of The Sofa provides viewers with another chance to see the original documentary interviews with the core cast, which includes Craig Cash and Caroline Aherne's only ever filmed interview as a pair.