Brian Logan
- Journalist and reviewer
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How the 'worst comedy ever made' became a smash hit
The critics loathe it, calling it 'crass', and 'lazy trash'. But Brendan O'Carroll's sitcom has attracted an enormous, loyal following. Where did it come from and why is it so loved?
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 29th January 2013Festival of the Spoken Nerd - review
It's hip to be square at the moment, as science claims centre of the light-entertainment stage. We've got Dara O'Briain's Science Club on telly - and we've got this live demonstration-cum-variety show, a hot ticket at science festivals and, increasingly, comedy venues.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 25th January 2013Alexei Sayle - review
Are we about to witness the dilution of a great legacy? Mercifully, no.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 24th January 2013Luisa Omielan - review
Her show What Would Beyoncé Do? showcases a megawatt comedy personality.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 18th January 2013When comedy becomes theatre
Tim Minchin, James Corden and other comedians have gatecrashed the world of theatre. Now theatre is getting its own back.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 9th January 20132013 comedy preview: Alexei Sayle and Harry Hill return
Plus Bill Bailey presents his dub version of Downton Abbey and catch US comic Sarah Silverman for one night only.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 30th December 2012The Boy With Tape on His Face - review
Sam Wills's silent comedy show has evolved double-quick from Fringe novelty to mainstream smash, and deservedly so.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 21st December 2012Jerry Sadowitz - review
I laughed lots during the first 20 minutes of this show. There was no time to interrogate - far less to justify - why.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 12th December 2012Nick Mohammed - review
It's not a substantial show, but the character's egoism, hyperanimation and the randomness of his commentary are highly amusing.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 6th December 2012We Are Most Amused - review
The best is saved for last, in the form of a new Blackadder sketch that casts Rowan Atkinson as chief executive of Melchett, Melchett and Darling bank.
Brian Logan, The Guardian, 29th November 2012