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Comedians' wrestling bouts to be livestreamed
Streaming service NextUp is to broadcast The Wrestling from London's Just for Laughs Festival this weekend.
Chortle, 2nd March 2023Radio 4 2023 comedy commissions
Radio 4 has announced a raft of comedy commissions, including the return of Room 101 to the airwaves with Paul Merton as host. Stars involved in other new shows include Jonathan Pie, Maisie Adam, Chris McCausland and Jordan Gray.
British Comedy Guide, 16th January 2023The most memorable comedy gigs of 2022 ...at least according to Chortle editor Steve Bennett
In the last 12 months, the world of stand-up has gingerly got back on its feet after being gutted by the pandemic. Here Chortle editor Steve Bennett takes a personal look back at his ten most memorable gigs of the year.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 30th December 2022Comedians front Two Truths And A Lie refugee quiz
Angela Barnes, Esther Manito, Glenn Moore and Ed Petrie front an online quiz that aims to highlight the wide range of contributions refugees have made to British society.
British Comedy Guide, 17th November 2022How Mock The Week launched the UK's brightest comedy stars
Since it smashed onto our screens in 2005, the panel show with a mildly terrifying reputation has become one of the best incubators for emerging comedy talent. As the final episode airs, Isobel Lewis speaks to host Dara Ó Briain and some of the series' biggest stars about how Mock The Week overcame that 'elbows out' atmosphere and what the BBC can offer new comedians going forward.
Isobel Lewis, The Independent, 20th October 2022Glenn Moore interview
"Never go food shopping when you're hungry".
Entertainment Now, 13th August 2022Best jokes from Edinburgh Fringe 2022
The funniest lines from Olaf Falafel, Richard Pulsford and more.
Mike Wade, The Times, 8th August 2022Are 'woke mobs' killing comedy? You must be joking, say top Fringe comedians
Every week there's some new claim that comedy is being ruined by 'woke' mobs out to destroy freedom of speech. Is that really true?
Neil Mackay, The Herald, 7th August 202210 Fringe performers on how to improve the world's biggest arts festival
With a fresh start following two years of pandemic restrictions, what should the Edinburgh festivals be doing better? We asked some festival performers for their thoughts.
The Scotsman, 3rd August 2022Glenn Moore's Perfect Playlist
Mr Blobby tops Glenn Moore's Perfect Playlist of comedy favourites.
Glenn Moore, Chortle, 1st August 2022