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Al Murray on his new show about the British Empire: 'In the culture war I'm a conscientious objector'
The comedian on unpicking the myths around Empire, the issue of reparations, and running against Nigel Farage as the Pub Landlord.
Vicky Jessop, Evening Standard, 23rd October 2023Al Murray: 'You've got to look hard to find something to be proud of about the British Empire'
The Pub Landlord is back with a new history series - and he doesn't care if you think he hates England.
Shaun Curran, i Newspaper, 19th October 2023Al Murray interview: 'People will say I was too soft on the British Empire'
Al Murray knows that Empire is a subject likely to provoke strong opinion - and deftly skirts around difficult issues.
Ed Cumming, The Telegraph, 15th October 2023The Crown Jewels review
After a West-End run, this should have found its feet by now. Instead, style over substance and puerile, teenage humour makes for a frustrating experience where what should have been a jewel of a show turns out to be a right royal let-down.
Lou Steggals, North West End UK, 21st September 2023The Crown Jewels review
You should not buy tickets for the plot - you should buy tickets for the improvisation and the big names who have been stunt cast in the production.
Emily Cooper, Mancunian Matters, 21st September 2023The Crown Jewels review
Overall it's such a disappointment to see a production that promised so much, fail to deliver, and whilst there are laughs to be had they aren't as frequent or funny as they need to be.
Matthew Forrest, The Reviews Hub, 21st September 2023Review: The Crown Jewels at The Lowry
If you're up for a night of pure silliness and interaction with the cast then it may be right up your street.
Danielle Roper, Manchester Evening News, 21st September 2023Al Murray asks 'Why Does Everyone Hate the British Empire?' for Sky
Al Murray is returning to Sky History for a new series, Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate the British Empire?, accompanied by comedians from India, Jamaica, South Africa and Australia, including regular performers in the UK, Anuvab Pal and Loyiso Gola.
British Comedy Guide, 19th September 2023A+E Networks orders Al Murray empire doc from Avalon
A+E Networks EMEA has commissioned Avalon and Motion Content Group to produce a 4×60' history series, Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate The British Empire? authored and presented by Al Murray.
Jon Creamer, Televisual, 18th September 2023The Crown Jewels review
There are enough gags that hit home to satisfy for a fun night out. But as a play, The Crown Jewels needs industrial scale polishing to become a coherent and enduring production.
Claire Roderick, Fairy Powered Productions, 13th August 2023