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Comedy scripts to be showcased at Soho Theatre
Thursday 23rd February 2017
Comedy scripts from writers including William Andrews, Lilah Vandenburgh, Pippa Evans, Ruth Bratt, Lucy Porter and Evelyn Mok are to be showcased at London's Soho Theatre in March.
Top cast announced for The Philanthropist comedy play
Wednesday 22nd February 2017
Matt Berry, Simon Bird, Lily Cole, Charlotte Ritchie and Tom Rosenthal will star in a new version of The Philanthropist at Trafalgar Studios, directed by Simon Callow.
Ricky Gervais aims to beat touts with Platinum tickets
Wednesday 22nd February 2017
Ricky Gervais aims to beat ticket touts by offering Platinum tickets for his new stand-up shows, thereby aiming to stop people willing to pay a premium price using secondary sellers. The extra money raised will go to charity.
Ricky Gervais announces dates worldwide for Humanity stand-up tour
Friday 17th February 2017
Ricky Gervais has announced worldwide dates for his new stand-up tour, Humanity. He will also play many more dates in the UK due to the initial shows selling out.
Miranda Hart to star in Annie musical
Thursday 16th February 2017
It has been confirmed that Miranda Hart will star in the new West End version of Annie, playing the tyrannical Miss Hannigan.
CTBF charity announces fundraiser stand-up gig
Wednesday 15th February 2017
Charity the Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund has announced details of a fundraising comedy night in March.
Lovdev Barpaga is UK Pun Champion 2017
Tuesday 14th February 2017
Lovdev Barpaga has won the UK Pun Championships 2017. Read some of his jokes and see video highlights here.
Live stage version of I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again to tour
Thursday 9th February 2017
A new stage version of I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again will tour Britain, with guest appearances from original stars Graeme Garden, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Jo Kendall.
Jeff Innocent named best comedian in Comics' Comic Awards 2016
Tuesday 20th December 2016
Jeff Innocent has been named Best Comic in the 2016 awards which are voted on by comedians. Danny Mcloughlin and Rob Riley were amongst the other winners.
Joel Dommett announces London stand-up show
Thursday 15th December 2016
Joel Dommett, fresh from his success on ITV show I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, has announced a 2017 show at the Hammersmith Apollo.