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Super Gran star Gudrun Ure dies aged 98
Gudrun Ure, the star of beloved 1980s children's show Super Gran, has died aged 98.
Jonathan Geddes, BBC, 15th May 2024
Robert Florence: "Playing is one of the most important things you can do"
The co-creator and star of the cult BBC series Burnistoun on his childhood hero, the appeal of wrestling and why he owes his parents an apology.
Ashley Davies, The Times, 15th May 2024
Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith on friendship, TV and saying goodbye to Inside No. 9
As Inside No. 9 comes to an end after nine series of constant innovation and brilliance, its creators spoke to us about their nine lives in comedy.
Adrian Lobb, The Big Issue, 15th May 2024
Withnail And I stage review
It is an impressively well-made piece of theatre, but whether there is a mainstream theatre audience for a 37-year-old cult film with some very dated attitudes remains to be seen.
Andrew Cowie, British Theatre Guide, 15th May 2024
David Walliams: My new comedy show with Matt Lucas will be 'edgy'
David Walliams says the new comedy show he's working on with Matt Lucas will be "edgy", in the vein of controversial stand-ups such as Dave Chappelle, Jimmy Carr and Ricky Gervais.
Chortle, 15th May 2024
Miles Jupp review
On I Bang is a terrific show. If you close your eyes you can imagine it as the perfect Radio 4 play. But it could easily be a television drama too.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 15th May 2024
Leicester Comedy Festival looks for support to build archive of images
Leicester Comedy Festival, produced by registered charity Big Difference, are seeking volunteers to join an informal heritage group to help catalogue & preserve images stored in the Festival's archive.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 15th May 2024
Baron Fortitude: Victorian Rapper review
One thing the alter-ego of comic Luc Valvona does bring to the party is historical accuracy.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 15th May 2024
Chelsea Birkby: "I knew I'd be talking about this in therapy for a while."
Following her debut and sell-out Soho Theatre show, Chelsea Birkby is back with her second hour - This is Life, Cheeky Cheeky. We catch up with the comedian to see how it all started.
Chelsea Birkby, Square Mile, 15th May 2024
Withnail And I stage review
Cult classic becomes an astonishing, rapier-sharp stage comedy.
Diane Parke, What's On Stage, 15th May 2024
Withnail And I stage review
Bruce Robinson's adaptation of his classic film gambols along at the Birmingham Rep, banishing memories of its original cast.
Clive Davis, The Times, 15th May 2024
Withnail And I stage review
You either know this cult film tottering on the brink of its fortieth anniversary or, like me, you've remained blissfully unaware of its merits over that period. But as the big 40 approaches perhaps it's time to acquaint myself with it, doff my cap and say hi.
Peter Kinnock, North West End UK, 15th May 2024
Drop The Dead Donkey: The Reawakening review
For an up-to-date satirical comedy on stage, look no further than Drop The Dead Donkey: The Reawakening!
Jenn McKean, North West End UK, 15th May 2024
Withnail And I stage review
Miss this and hate yourselves - forever.
John Kennedy, The Reviews Hub, 15th May 2024
Inside No. 9: The Trolley Problem review
It's enough to say this is one of the pair's more darkly dramatic pieces. There's very little comic relief to relieve the ratcheting tension - an absurdly out-of-place reference to a certain national treasure notwithstanding - which will have you guessing till the end, certain only that this pressurised encounter is not likely to end well.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 15th May 2024
Drop The Dead Donkey: The Reawakening review
Without a doubt, the show's most humorous moments stem from sharp, contemporary satire expertly executed by its talented cast.
Mia Bowen, Fairy Powered Productions, 15th May 2024
Fawlty Towers: The Play review
Why bring the sitcom back? Or "What is the bloody point?" as Basil might plead. That question is moot - as that decision was definitely less about art than business, including, perhaps, diverting audiences from the knock-off "dining experiences" Cleese has previously railed against. But with masterclass-level comedy made as fabulously entertaining as this cast perform it, who cares?
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 15th May 2024
Fawlty Towers: The Play review
John Cleese's transposition of his TV sitcom to the theatre has pitch perfect performances, but it never quite becomes a play.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 15th May 2024
Fawlty Towers: The Play review
I've watched every episode a dozen times so had my doubts. But this deft reworking at the Apollo theatre in London is immensely satisfying.
Clive Davis, The Times, 15th May 2024
Inside No. 9: The Trolley Problem review
The Trolley Problem ending is one of the most disturbing yet.
David Craig, Radio Times, 15th May 2024
Inside No. 9: The Trolley Problem review
Up there with Inside No. 9's best two handers, The Trolley Problem is an atmospheric, moody and very dark psychological thriller. Played admirably straight by both actors, it's potentially the most beautifully shot episode of the entire series.
Nick Bartlett, Critical Popcorn, 15th May 2024
Inside No. 9: The Trolley Problem review
The latest Inside No. 9 is tense, dramatic and grisly, but not satisfying.
Louisa Mellor, Den Of Geek, 15th May 2024
Withnail And I stage review
A nostalgic reimagining of an 80s film, one for the fans.
Lauryn Brown, A Young(ish) Perspective, 15th May 2024
Fawlty Towers: The Play review
This cleverly written farce has mostly stood the test of time and the enthusiastic slapstick remains just as hilarious as it was, maybe even more so.
Greg Stewart, Theatre Weekly, 15th May 2024
Megan Prescott using OnlyFans to fund Fringe show
She found fame as Katie Fitch on series three of hit show Skins back in 2009. And now Megan Prescott has turned to OnlyFans to fund her new one-woman theatre show, Really Good Exposure at the Edinburgh Fringe. The actress has revealed she will sell her 'full frontal, head-to-toe naked' photos on the X-rated subscription site as the play challenges stigma faced by sex workers.
Bethan Edwards, Daily Mail, 15th May 2024On the Mic Picks: Hannah Platt
Liverpudlian Hannah has funny bones.
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Hold The Front Page
Series 2, Episode 4 - Devon: The MoorlanderDevon. Josh's home county. Where his dreams of being a journalist started, and where his dad made the front page of the local paper for contesting a parking ticket... and now... finally after all these years, this is Josh's big chance to beat his dad and get his own front page.
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Painting Birds With Jim And Nancy Moir
Series 2, Episode 2 - Derbyshire - DipperThe couple make their way to Derbyshire in search of the dipper and are joined on their quest by former EastEnders star Nitin Ganatra.
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Inside No. 9
Series 9, Episode 2 - The Trolley ProblemBlake saves a man from leaping to his death from a bridge. The poor guy probably just needs someone to talk to. But is it a good idea to bring him back home?
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Gary Little: At Large
Episode 3 - Dating, Depression, Dancing and DadVowing to stay out of jail, stand-up Gary tries to find his way in the world again - dating while living with his Dad, dancing away depression and resisting an unlikely addiction.