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Comedy Poster Awards Fringe

Comedy Poster Awards shortlists revealed

Tuesday 20th August 2024

Shortlists have been announced for the Edinburgh-centric Comedy Poster Awards ahead of a live results ceremony tonight.

Jones Bootmaker ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards Fringe

Jones Bootmaker ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards announces longlists

Friday 16th August 2024

Longlists have been announced for the 2024 ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards, sponsored by Jones Bootmaker.

Gilded Balloon Patter Hoose Fringe

'So You Think You're Funny?' 2024 finalists announced

Thursday 15th August 2024

Alana Jackson, Alex Gogarty, Ayo Adenekan, Bert Broadbent, Ciara O'Connor, Fab Goualin, Kate Sharp, Laurie Brewster, Paras Patel and Sophia Wren will take part in the So You Think You're Funny? 2024 final.

The Many Wrongs Of Lord Christian Brighty. Image shows left to right: Churlington (Colin McFarlane), Christian Brighty, Babs (Jessica Knappett) Radio

The Many Wrongs Of Lord Christian Brighty cast revealed

Thursday 15th August 2024

The Many Wrongs Of Lord Christian Brighty, a new sitcom starting on Radio 4 on Saturday 24th August, will feature Jessica Knappett and Colin McFarlane in lead roles.

NextUp... Biggest Award In Comedy Fringe

NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy announces nominees

Wednesday 14th August 2024

Twenty Edinburgh Fringe shows have been longlisted for streaming platform NextUp's Biggest Award in Comedy.

Ludwig. Image shows left to right: DS Alice Finch (Izuka Hoyle), DI Russell Carter (Dipo Ola), John 'Ludwig' Taylor (David Mitchell), DCS Carol Shaw (Dorothy Atkinson), DC Simon Evans (Gerran Howell) TV

Cast pictures revealed for David Mitchell comedy drama Ludwig

Tuesday 13th August 2024

A series of images have been revealed for Ludwig, the new BBC One comedy drama series starring David Mitchell.

Pierre Novellie Online

Pierre Novellie special 'Why Can't I Just Enjoy Things?' on YouTube

Monday 12th August 2024

Pierre Novellie's stand-up special Why Can't I Just Enjoy Things? has been released on YouTube.

We Might Regret This. Image shows left to right: Jo (Elena Saurel), Freya (Kyla Harris) TV

BBC reveals We Might Regret This preview

Friday 9th August 2024

A trailer and first look image have been revealed for new disability-led BBC Two comedy We Might Regret This.

Andy Roach Fringe

Gerard Butler denied entry to Andy Roach's Fringe show

Friday 9th August 2024

It doesn't matter who you are, if you're arriving late to an Edinburgh Fringe show you might not be allowed in.... as film star Gerard Butler discovered.

Meera Syal. Credit: BBC People

Meera Syal to read CBeebies Bedtime Story

Friday 9th August 2024

Comedian, writer and actress Meera Syal will read tonight's Bedtime Story on CBeebies.

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