Brian Logan
- Journalist and reviewer
Press clippings Page 33
Can comedy survive in an age of outrage?
Comedy is under scrutiny as never before. So when is a joke not a joke? Context, intent and expectations are all key, say leading exponents of the art.
Miranda Sawyer, The Guardian, 28th July 2019Mo Gilligan, the selfie comic turned chatshow star
His viral videos earned him a sell-out tour and a new late night TV show - can the character comedian become the Instagram era's Chris Evans?
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 12th July 2019Bad jokes? They're outright evil from Neil Hamburger
Neil Hamburger is a loser, insulting B-list celebs for our amusement, yet he can be less offensive - and funnier - than certain comedy superstars.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 21st June 2019Jimmy Carr review
Despite occasional glimmers of subversive wit, Carr continues to rely on dubious jokes about dwarves, fat women and FGM.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 16th June 2019Michael Palin review
Palin offers up a fascinating potted history of an ill-fated naval journey, then goes on an affable tour through his six-decade career.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 9th June 2019Seann Walsh review
He became 'the most hated comedian in Britain'. Now Walsh is on tour with the most engaging show of his career.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 7th June 2019Frank Skinner review
The former king of lad comedy moseys through a delightfully meandering set about ageing, libido and 'the Strictly curse'.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 5th June 2019Jess Robinson review
Big of voice and wide of smile, the Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist fills the room with her singing and mimicry.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 5th June 2019Ricky Gervais review
Casting himself as a taboo breaker for his Netflix show Supernature, the cacklesome comic delivers a squarely liberal-baiting set
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 30th May 2019Rhod Gilbert review
Assisted by his life-saving chauffeur, Gilbert propels his high-octane humour with the pain of trauma.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 28th April 2019