BCG Daily Wednesday 15th January 2025

Russell Howard reveals what would make him return to TV

Russell Howard has revealed what would make him return to TV - following his decision to 'quit' the medium after 19 years.

The comedian, 44, recently announced he is "quitting" TV - instead sticking to his roots with live stand-up and turning his attention to podcasting.

VENUE 13 Returns to the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe

After four years away, Venue 13, a cornerstone of emerging and innovative work on the Fringe since 1980, is back.

New funding offered for Edinburgh Fringe debut

Scottish comedy producer Brass Tacks Comedy is offering a funded Edinburgh Festival Fringe debut for one Scottish or Scotland-based comedian for 2025 - an opportunity supported by Red Bull UK.

Art ahoy! Jim Moir and Jenny Eclair take part in artistic cruises

Comedian-turned-artist Jim Moir (aka Vic Reeves), best-selling author Jenny Eclair, and celebrity photographer Scarlet Page have become the cruise industry's first 'Moments Crew' - a new service promising to capture guests' most memorable onboard moments.

Tony Slattery: the generous improv great whose successes masked his suffering

He was a wonderful team player in Whose Line Is It Anyway? and affection for him grew when he disclosed the severe pain and distress he was trying keep at bay.

Chris McCausland review

The Strictly winner proves he's more than just the greatest dancer.

Tony Slattery obituary

Comedian and actor who found television fame in the 1980s on Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Chloe Petts: "I was a mixture of brilliant and horrendously shit"

After two consecutive sell-out Edinburgh Festival Fringe runs followed by UK tours, comedian Chloe Petts is now touring her brand new show. She tells us how her career kicked off.