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Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC Features

Steptoe And Son Rides Again (Again)

Thursday 8th February 2018

Why does Steptoe And Son enjoy such longevity? John Hewer, who has adapted the sitcom's scripts for a touring production, has written us this great article on the subject.

Newsjack. Copyright: BBC Pro

Newsjack: How the show is made

Saturday 3rd February 2018

British Comedy Guide goes behind-the-scenes on Newsjack to learn how the producers sift through scripts and edit the sketch show. There's various handy tips in here for those looking to submit jokes to the show.

Twitter Features

Twitter: the most out-of-control gig ever

Friday 2nd February 2018

Twitter: it's like the biggest, most out-of-control gig ever. And, like any gig, sometimes it's just best to leave the stage.

David Baddiel Live

David Baddiel interview

Friday 2nd February 2018

A lot of people think David Baddiel's new stand-up show is a serious play. It isn't. And his next one looks set to take on the trolls. Plus: kid's books, years of hurt, and the great lost Newman & Baddiel tape.

Lloyd Griffith. Copyright: Karla Gowlett Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Lloyd Griffith

Thursday 1st February 2018

Comedian, chorister, shot-stopper - Lloyd Griffith's career memories include The National Lottery, Dudley Moore, and a murder.

Stephen Bailey. Copyright: Steve Ullathorne Live

Stephen Bailey's taekwondo takedowns

Thursday 1st February 2018

Rising stand-up star Stephen Bailey has a black belt in taekwondo. As he embarks on the Spring leg of his Can't Think Straight tour, we thought we'd ask him who he'd like to use his ninja-like skills on...

Matt Tedford Live

Maggie's Perfect Cabinet

Wednesday 31st January 2018

Margaret Thatcher Queen of Soho tells us who would appear in her government. She's gone for Paddington Bear as Defence Secretary, Prince George as Brexit Secretary...

Edinburgh Fringe brochures. Copyright: BCG Live

The Section Question

Tuesday 30th January 2018

For comedians, choosing a suitable category to list their show in isn't as a simple as it sounds.

Two Doors Down. Simon Carlyle. Copyright: Alan Peebles / BBC Studios TV

Two Doors Down - Simon Carlyle interview

Saturday 27th January 2018

Two Doors Down co-writer Simon Carlyle talks about making the sitcom, and what is in store for Series 3.

William Hartley Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Will Hartley

Thursday 25th January 2018

Now staging a one-man Western, Clever Peter's Will Hartley reveals what they were doing in dairy farms, barges and non-PC northern cafes.

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