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More of Tommy Cooper's trademark hats up for auction
Two more fezzes worn by Tommy Cooper are going under the hammer - with experts expecting them to fetch up to £3,000 each.
Chortle, 29th August 2024
Book Review - John Dowie: Before I Go
John Dowie, now in ill health and living in rural Cambridgeshire, is a legend of the alternative comedy scene.
Claire Smith, Entertainment Now, 29th August 2024
The History Boys review
At times, you can almost hear Alan Bennett's own voice in the lines with grooming undertones and withering putdowns calling for history not histrionics.
Nick Wayne, West End Best Friend, 29th August 2024No laughing matter - Thoughts from a communist comedian
The Edinburgh Fringe has wrapped up for another year. Despite being celebrated for its diversity, however, the festival encapsulates the economic disparities which plague the entertainment industry, and prevent comedy from reaching its full potential.
The Communist, 29th August 2024
Gavin & Stacey begins filming for final ever episode
Filming has officially begun for the final ever episode of Gavin & Stacey, and the cast are taking over iconic Welsh streets that fans of the show know and love.
Anita Markoff, The Sun, 29th August 2024
Is it curtains for scripted comedy?
Comedians flocked to Edinburgh in their droves this month - but speakers at the TV Festival painted a bleak picture of scripted comedy's future.
Heather Fallon, Broadcast, 29th August 2024
'I didn't know romcoms were so fun!': the return of Gemma Arterton's utterly charming 60s drama
Being on set for Nick Hornby's Funny Woman is so entertaining that the cast struggle to keep a straight face while filming. We spend time behind the scenes of this love letter to swinging 60s London.
Hollie Richardson, The Guardian, 29th August 2024Videos
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6:30pm30 min
Fresh From The Fringe
2024, Episode 2Mark Watson takes us on a whistle stop tour of the city, capturing the buzz of the festival, taking us with him to the Edinburgh Comedy Awards and showcasing some of the most exciting comedy talent from this year. Acts this week include Hannah Platt, Marjolein Robertson, Ania Magliano and Huge Davies.
6:30pm30 min
Kiri's Comedy Club
Series 2, Episode 7 - Edinburgh Fringe: The ReckoningKiri revisits the Welsh gang up in Edinburgh. Will Mel Owen have survived her first full run? Will Jordan Brookes still be King of the Fringe? Will June Tuesday regret doing a show that starts at half past midnight? Kiri returns to the biggest arts festival in the world to find out.
8pm60 min
Classic Movies: The Story Of I'm All Right, Jack
A look at the workplace farce.
9pm25 min
Daddy Issues
Episode 5 - Man MessGemma bumps into an old flame and agrees to a date. Derek hatches a plan for Malcolm to retrieve his belongings from his old family house, so Malcolm invites Gemma's new man along.
9:25pm25 min
Daddy Issues
Episode 6 - SadieMalcolm throws Gemma a baby shower, and Derek surprises Malcolm with a birthday present. Xander discovers Gemma in labour, whilst Malcolm and Derek are locked in an escape room.
9:30pm60 min
The Last Leg
The Last Leg In Paris, Episode 2 - Day 1Guests including comedians Judi Love and Dan Tiernan join in the fun, while semi-regular guest Josh Pugh brings all the latest news and action live from the French capital.
9:55pm15 min
I Am Darren
Sports mockumentary about GB Paralympian Darren Silverstone.