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Monty Python's Flying Circus. Image shows from L to R: Eric Idle, Graham Chapman, Michael Palin, John Cleese, Terry Jones, Terry Gilliam. Copyright: BBC Features

50 years since Monty Python's Flying Circus ended

Friday 22nd November 2024

On 5th December it'll have been 50 years since the last episode of Monty Python's Flying Circus was first aired on the BBC, and yet, the show continues to captivate audiences around the world.

8 Out Of 10 Cats. Jimmy Carr. Copyright: Zeppotron Features

Jimmy Carr's Fackham Hall

Thursday 21st November 2024

A look at what is known so far about Fackham Hall, Jimmy Carr's new film.

Vittorio Angelone Live

Who does Vittorio Angelone think he is?

Wednesday 20th November 2024

Vittorio Angelone discusses how he first got into the world of comedy, what it has been like to develop his latest stand-up show and his views on social media and the role it plays in the industry.

Calendar Girls. Image shows from L to R: Annie (Julie Walters), Chris (Helen Mirren). Copyright: Calendar Girls Productions Quiz

British Comedy Quiz #333

Wednesday 20th November 2024

Did you know that a comedy star's voice appears in the Strictly Come Dancing theme tune? That's amongst this week's questions. Calendar Girls also features.

Taskmaster. Image shows from L to R: Charlotte Ritchie, Jamali Maddix, Greg Davies, Mike Wozniak, Alex Horne, Sarah Kendall, Lee Mack. Copyright: Avalon Television Shop

The Taskmaster Day

Tuesday 19th November 2024

An extract from An Absolute Casserole: The Taskmaster Compendium, which explains what a filming day at the Taskmaster house is like.

Chris Cantrill Live

Random 8: Chris Cantrill

Tuesday 19th November 2024

Back for another run at London's Soho Theatre, Chris Cantrill explains why squirrels will never pass his lips again.

One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC Features

Top comedy shows from the 1990s

Monday 18th November 2024

A look at nine top British TV comedy shows from the 1990s.

Neil Innes Features

Comedy Chronicles: Do I have to spell it out? Neil Innes own right

Sunday 17th November 2024

A profile of Neil Innes, the comedy writer and musician who so many times managed to dip our hearts, as well as our brains, in joy.

Natalie Palamides Live

Natalie Palamides, Tom Lawrinson, Josephine Lacey, Andrew White - Mark Muldoon's Comedy Diary

Saturday 16th November 2024

Our live comedy columnist Mark Muldoon delivers news on two phenomenal new comedy shows, as he heads out to see Netflix/Amazon Prime star Natalie Palamides, viral comedian Tom Lawrinson, Trusty Hogs stalwart Andrew White, and Josephine Lacey's show about her autistic son.

Image shows left to right: Adam Drake, Kath Hughes, Edward Easton, Tarot. Credit: Matt Stronge Live

Tarot present: The beginner's guide to doing sketch in your 30s

Saturday 16th November 2024

Despite the almost certain guarantee of celebrity and riches, very few sketch groups continue into their 30s. Apart from Tarot. Here they explain how they've managed to get this far, in five easy steps.

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