Arthur Smith (I)
- 70 years old
- English
- Actor, writer and stand-up comedian
Press clippings Page 9
Comedy is still king, but with less attendants
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is with us and this year, more than ever comedy is king. Yet, this year, more than ever, stand-up comedy rules supreme, and it's to be expected. Not only is the nation on the search for post-Brexit referendum, negative interest rates, pre-President Trump laughs, it's on the search for cheap laughs. That is, recession laughs, shows which are relatively cheap to stage.
Brian Beacom, The Herald, 3rd August 2016The 50 best shows to see at the 2016 Edinburgh Festival
From Alistair McGowan to Youssou N'Dour - our critics pick the 50 gigs guaranteed to make Edinburgh rock.
The Telegraph, 30th July 2016BBC at the Edinburgh Festivals 2016
An all-star line-up of top comedy, arts, writing and music - as well showcases for new fresh talent - will be at the heart of the BBC's Edinburgh Festivals coverage across TV, radio and online.
BBC, 27th July 2016Ten legends of the Fringe festival
It wouldn't be the same without them. Here are ten Fringe institutions, back again for 2016.
Chortle, 27th July 2016Happy feet: matching socks with their Fringe performer
Comedian and renowned sockspert Arthur Smith attempts the improbable.
Arthur Smith, The List, 27th July 2016Arthur Smith: 'I just saved a Glaswegian's life'
Live from the streets of Glasgow, Martin Walker spends 15 minutes chatting to Arthur Smith. They talk about his Edinburgh Fringe doings and Arthur selects a couple of songs that he quite likes.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 4th June 2016Arthur Smith's last column for The Stage
Yes, that is it between me and you - this is my last column for this noble publication, a journal I first saw in the hands of my grandad.
Arthur Smith, The Stage, 18th March 2016New Are You Being Served? cast revealed
Jason Watkins, Jorgie Porter and Sherrie Hewson are amongst the stars of BBC's Are You Being Served? revival, it has been revealed.
British Comedy Guide, 22nd February 2016Review: Old Folks Telling Jokes
Old Folks Telling Jokes is a classic "does what it says on the tin," writes Ella Morris.
Ella Morris, Leicester Mercury, 21st February 2016This week's new live comedy
Previews of Seymour Mace, Arthur Smith and Jason Byrne.
James Kettle, The Guardian, 2nd January 2016