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France asks Britain for sex education
The French have long prided themselves on their savoir-faire in seduction while dismissing the British as gauche and unsophisticated in the bedroom. Now, however, France's national family planning association is turning to the British TV series Sex Education for help in bringing French youngsters up to speed on everything from flirting to foreplay, and nude selfies to sexually transmitted diseases.
David Chazan, The Times, 25th September 2023
Fascinating Aïda: Like the Stones but with more menopause songs
The musical comedy trio explain all as they embark on a tour to mark 40 years as a cabaret act.
Dominic Maxwell, The Times, 25th September 2023
Ade Edmondson: 'Rik Mayall's death was a shock to the world, and me'
In an extract from his new memoir the star reveals how fame complicated his relationship with his comedy partner.
The Times, 25th September 2023
Ruby Wax: I'm Not As Well As I Thought I Was review
A brave new one-woman show about mental illness, migration and being ok with not being ok.
Danielle Goldstein, Jewish Renaissance, 25th September 2023
London Hughes: One Night In London (2023) review
This clown has found her audience and her routines very much play up to that crowd.
Clownster, 25th September 2023
Review: Tyne Travel @ The Stand, Newcastle (18.09.23)
Damian Robinson enjoys an engaging and humorous delve into local history courtesy of comedians Mike Milligan and Raul Kohli.
Damian Robinson, Narc Magazine, 25th September 2023
Police probe after Russell Brand sexual offence claims
London's Metropolitan Police to investigate allegations of "non-recent" sexual offences following news reports about comedian Russell Brand.
BBC, 25th September 2023
Adrian Edmondson takes over the Out To Lunch podcast
Adrian Edmondson is taking over the hit Out To Lunch podcast from Jay Rayner.
Chortle, 25th September 2023
Brian Butterfield: Placeholder Name Tour review
Although he's known more for work on screen than on stage, Serafinowicz gamely gets audience members up on stage for a couple of extended interactive segments, too.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 25th September 2023
Russell Howard launches podcast
Inviting guest to put memories in their Wonderbox.
Chortle, 25th September 2023
Sex Education review
Although it is quite sad to say goodbye to this show, and in some areas appears rushed as the showrunners attempt to conclude the various plot points, season 4 is both heart-warming and intense, and a poignant send off.
Tess Bowen, Brig Newspaper, 25th September 2023
BBC: Russell Brand story raises significant issues
Broadcaster responds to complaints it has given too much air time to allegations.
Chortle, 25th September 2023
David Mitchell: Unruly - audiobook review
The audiobook version of David Mitchell's Unruly: A History of England's Kings and Queens is the perfect marriage of text and narrator.
Greg Jameson, Entertainment Focus, 25th September 2023
Is comedy back in the ITV building?
ITV has a tricky relationship with sitcoms, doesn't it?
Rhys Edwards, Chortle, 25th September 2023
Queen Elizabeth II was a fan of Ghosts, co-creator told
The late Queen Elizabeth II was a big fan of Ghosts, according to co-creator Simon Farnaby.
Radio Times, 25th September 2023
Helen Bauer: Grand Supreme Princess Darling at Soho Theatre review
Sharp, incisive and no holds barred.
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 25th September 2023Londonist speaks to Aunty Donna
Aussie sketch threesome Aunty Donna are currently in London, and they're being pretty silly. Ahead of their shows at the Hammersmith Apollo, Londonist tries to get some sense out of them.
Londonist, 25th September 2023Videos
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