Arthur Smith (I)
- 70 years old
- English
- Actor, writer and stand-up comedian
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BBC 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 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 2016Christmas interview with Arthur Smith
Arthur Smith is something of a legend in the world of alternative comedy. And he's the perfect fit for pop-up comedy venue Grotto at the HoHo Theatre where he performs as part of This Is Your Trial alongside Josie Long and Tim FitzHigham.
Laugh Out London, 10th December 2015Arthur Smith: The Smiffies
Time for me to announce who has won a 2015 Smiffy, the award every performer would love to receive, if only they knew of its existence.
Arthur Smith, The Stage, 3rd September 2015Exclusive: Arthur Smith sings Lady Gaga
Arthur Smith Sings Lady Gaga is a brand new 'secret' pop-up show. It's not listed in any brochure, but if you see Arthur in and around Edinburgh during the Fringe, tap him on the shoulder, yell, 'sing Gaga' and he'll perform one of her hits, then and there, just for you. Or if that feels too random, you can join him celebrating the Gilded Balloon 30th Anniversary with a Comedy Walk.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 10th July 2015