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The Fringe: A Neverending Open University Course

I have learnt to stop worrying, or maybe just keep my worrying to its usual daily level, and just try to create something that makes me and the people watching happy.

Robin Ince, 27th July 2014

The Tiff Stevenson three minute interview

In 2012, Tiff Stevenson was awarded Stutter's Spirit of the Fringe. In 2013 she had an operation on her tongue, drank Everyday Vodka and spent too much time arguing on forums. In Optimist, her new show for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Tiff explores the possibility of optimism...

Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 26th July 2014

I'm a comic. Everything I say on stage is to get laughs

Often dismissed as part of the pre-PC 'old school' of stand-up, Jim Davidson seems an unlikely fit for the Fringe. He tells Tom Hackett of his plans to win over a younger audience and challenge the new mainstream.

Tom Hackett, Fest Mag, 25th July 2014

What's the best thing you've ever seen at the Fringe?

A week before the culture spectacle begins, we want to look back at the most memorable performances, events and experiences from past Edinburgh festivals. Tell us yours, and why it was special, below.

The Guardian, 24th July 2014

What have the Pythons ever done for you?

Watching the Greatest Hits show, what really interested me was how it fitted in to the comedy scene in 2014. What does it mean for those of you starting on the road to making a living in the profession?

Dave Cohen, 24th July 2014

Jennifer Saunders wants everyone in Ab Fab film

Jennifer Saunders, the Absolutely Fabulous writer, wants everyone who has ever appeared in the BBC series to have a role in the film version.

Tim Walker, The Telegraph, 23rd July 2014

My inspiration: Steve Cole on Douglas Adams

The Astrosaurs author explains how Douglas Adams' novels and Doctor Who scripts taught him the meaning of science fiction comedy.

Steve Cole, The Guardian, 23rd July 2014

Seven comedy acts not to be missed

The Edinburgh Fringe Festival kicks off in less than a fortnight with nearly 60,000 performances expected to take place. There is bound to be something for everybody, with plenty of stand-up, sketch comedy and improv being performed from 1 to 25 August in everything from big theatres and pubs to a double decker bus and a garden shed. With so many acts to choose from, here are some of the critics' top recommendations for comedy at the Fringe.

MSN Entertainment, 23rd July 2014

Cheltenham Comedy Festival line-up revealed

When it comes to a star-studded line-up, The Hobgoblin Cheltenham Comedy Festival has raided the night sky.

Jonathan Whiley, This is Gloucestershire, 23rd July 2014

US IT Crowd would have been most successful show ever

Joel McHale, the star of Community and The Soup explains how his cancelled version of The IT Crowd could have heralded an age of intergalactic peace.

Jonathan Holmes, Radio Times, 22nd July 2014

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