BCG Daily Monday 16th September 2024
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John Bishop: Back At It
Famously, Bishop used to be a pharmaceutical salesman, and in his comedy he's flogging a mild antidepressant, sure to lift the mood, but at a relatively weak dose.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 16th September 2024
Operation Mincemeat extends for tenth time to March 2025
Following the success of the hit new cast of the Oliver Award-winning Operation Mincemeat, selling over 300,000 tickets, and a record-breaking fan attending in excess of 140 times, ATG has given the musical, originally slated for an eight-week run at the West End's Fortune Theatre, an incredible tenth extension through 8th March 2025.
Theatre Weekly, 16th September 2024
Obituary of Gareth Ellis, by former double act partner Rich Rose
Gareth Ellis, half of the notorious double act Ells & Rose and a former deputy manager of London's Backyard Comedy Club, died in May at the age of 34. This is the first time his passing has been reported, as a memorial event has been planned to celebrate his life next month. Here, his former double act partner Rich Rose recalls their time together.
Rich Rose, Chortle, 16th September 2024
Ben Elton review
The indefatigable comic eschews the cliches of most middle-aged standups and skewers modern life with fairness and charm.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 16th September 2024
Ricky Gervais material shown in hearing for men accused of Nazi salute outside Jewish museum
In Australia, three men accused of performing Nazi salutes outside a Jewish museum told police it was a joke, with one man claiming he was copying Ricky Gervais' comedy material.
Lydia Spencer-Elliott, The Independent, 16th September 2024
Myra Dubois review
Myra Dubois, the Dame Edna of Rotherham, is back and ready to heal us with her sharp tongue, quick wit and the joy of being in her presence.
Dean Wood, Everything Theatre, 16th September 2024
Rosie Jones: "Strangers judge me every day - for being gay, being disabled, being a woman, being a comedian"
"People have been judging me for 34 years".
Alice Penwill, The Mirror, 16th September 2024
Can the real Richard Gadd please stand up?
The intensely personal Baby Reindeer made the Scottish comic the toast of Hollywood. But is he ready for the scrutiny stardom will bring?
Liam Kelly, The Telegraph, 16th September 2024Videos
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5:35pm25 min
Pickle Storm
Episode 6 - BabysittingPickle's parents go to their first Earth party, leaving Mia's annoying sister Tina to babysit her. However, nothing is keeping Pickle from joining the fun!
6:30pm30 min
Just A Minute
Series 93, Episode 1 - I've Written Down 'Fleshy', 'England' And 'Chin'Sue Perkins challenges Stephen Fry, Jan Ravens, Tony Hawks and Katherine Parkinson to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include the invention of radio, doppelgängers and a bad hair day.
9pm60 min
Out Of Order
Episode 7Out Of Order is a game show all about judgements and first impressions. Host Rosie Jones is joined by team captains Katherine Ryan and Judi Love, plus Roisin Conaty & Josh Jones.
10pm30 min
We Might Regret This
Episode 5Freya and Abe go for their first weekend away together, with Abe doing all Freya's personal care on his own. It goes well until an argument starts and trouble brews. Levi has his first food truck gig for a family friend's engagement party. Jo shows up to support, determined to keep it professional.