British Comedy Guide

Andrew Dickson (I)

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How we made The Play What I Wrote

"Ralph Fiennes strode into the dressing room and said he loved the show - we booked him there and then. The whole thing was very kick-bollocks-scramble."

Andrew Dickson, The Guardian, 22nd November 2021

How we made One Foot in the Grave

Richard Wilson and Doreen Mantle discuss One Foot In The Grave.

Andrew Dickson, The Guardian, 25th August 2015

Patrick Marber interview

After early success writing for the National Theatre and for Alan Partridge, Patrick Marber's career stalled. As he returns with two plays, he explains how Lewes FC, Turgenev and an escape from country life helped him rediscover his voice.

Andrew Dickson, The Guardian, 24th July 2015

Live Q&A: post your questions for Dara O'Briain

Post your questions for the Mock the Week host and superlative standup, who'll be joining us on Wednesday 14 November.

Andrew Dickson, The Guardian, 13th November 2012

Alex Horne, comedian: Edinburgh festival Q&A

Comedian Alex Horne tells Andrew Dickson about improvisation, Tellytubbies and the terrible dangers of Beyoncé dances.

Andrew Dickson, The Guardian, 6th August 2012

Live webchat: Russell Kane answers your questions

Comedian and Beyoncé impersonator Russell Kane is in at 3pm today to answer your questions. Waddaya wanna ask?

Andrew Dickson, The Guardian, 24th October 2011

Live webchat: Chris Addison answers your questions

Comedian, writer and all-round funnyman Chris Addison will be taking your questions on Wednesday, 5 October between 12.30 and 1.30pm. So what do you want to ask him?

Andrew Dickson, The Guardian, 4th October 2011

Nica Burns: queen of Edinburgh comedy

For nearly 30 years Nica Burns has run the Edinburgh festival comedy awards. As an influential owner of London theatres, she is also a defender of the current state of the West End.

Andrew Dickson, The Guardian, 26th August 2011

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