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Bruce Dessau
Bruce Dessau

Bruce Dessau

  • Journalist and reviewer

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BGT comic Allan Finnegan sets up crowdfunder for cancer treatment

Comedian Allan Finnegan, who wowed TV viewers and judges with his appearance on Britain's Got Talent, has set up a gofundme page to raise money for vital cancer treatment.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 2nd February 2024

Joe Lycett to headline National Student Pride

Joe Lycett will headline the National Student Pride main stage on Saturday 24th February.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 27th January 2024

Teenage Cancer Trust comedy line-up announced

A very special Night of Comedy takes place on Tuesday 19th March with host Kevin Bridges and sets from Rob Beckett, Paul Chowdhry, Joe Lycett, Joanne McNally and Seann Walsh.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 26th January 2024

First Edinburgh Fringe shows announced and on sale

The first shows have been announced and put on sale for this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 26th January 2024

Guz Khan at the Eventim Apollo review: comedy tornado blew the audience away

The Coventry-based crowdpleaser found plenty of humour in the personal, but didn't shy away from the political either.

Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard, 25th January 2024

Matt Forde issues update on cancer treatment

Matt Forde as posted an update on his health and future plans following the discovery of a spinal tumour and subsequent cancer treatment.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 23rd January 2024

Rarely asked questions: Luisa Omielan

Luisa Omielan is a comedic force of nature.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 22nd January 2024

Social media stands up for Rosie Jones after House Of Games appearance

Social media has been supportive of comedian Rosie Jones after she appeareed on Richard Osman's House Of Games on Monday. Jones has previously been on the receiving end of bigoted ableist abuse when she appeared on shows including The Royal Variety Performance and Big Fat Quiz Of The Year.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 16th January 2024

Off Menu might come to TV

James Acaster has talked about the possibility of a TV version of the acclaimed foodie podcast Off Menu that he co-presents with Ed Gamble.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 14th January 2024

Rosie Holt podcast NonCensored launches new series and new Patreon

The ARIA-nominated satirical improvised character comedy podcast NonCensored will return next week (12th January), with a brand new Patreon for 2024.

Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 6th January 2024

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