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Benidorm's creator, Derren Litten, turns his attention to another legendary seaside destination, one where life revolves around karaoke night in the local pub. After a few relationship wobbles, hairdresser Karen (ex-Corrie and future Strictly star Catherine Tyldesley) and arcade manager Mike (Jason Manford) are trying to make a go of it. Manford does a bit of karaoke crooning - because of course he does - but elsewhere the writing is both warm and wicked, while Claire Sweeney brings some powerful energy as the local man-eater.
Graeme Virtue, The Guardian, 6th September 2019Jason Manford recalls 'terrifying' road rage incident
Jason Manford has claimed he was the victim of a "terrifying" road rage ordeal that saw him chased for 80 miles by an angry motorist.
Roisin O'Connor, The Independent, 19th August 2019Review: Jason Manford at Latitude 2019
Whatever can be said about Jason Manford in a review can never match the devastating critique meted out by his own daughter through desperate tears after being punished for a tantrum. I can't repeat it, as it was the punchline to his entire Latitude set, but it's hilarious and heartbreaking in equal measure.
Steve Bennett, Chortle, 21st July 2019Jason Manford helps dying mum pay off her mortgage
The comedian made a plea on his Facebook page asking people to donate to a fundraiser set up for Rachel Clements' three children.
Vickie Scullard, Manchester Evening News, 4th July 2019Jason Manford accidentally shares address on Instagram
The comedian overshared while posting about his weight loss plan.
Manchester Evening News, 14th June 2019Comedy stars to take part in Whodunnit spoof play
A number of comedians are due to guest star in Whodunnit [Unrehearsed], a new murder mystery spoof coming to London's Park Theatre.
British Comedy Guide, 30th May 2019Jason Manford show evacuated as phone catches fire
The Lyric Theatre at the Lowry in Salford had to be emptied and the fire service called during the interval of comedian Jason Manford's show.
BBC, 25th May 2019In pictures: filming for Scarborough continues
As filming for the new BBC One sitcom Scarborough continues, crews have been spotted across Sandside.
The Scarborough News, 16th May 2019Katherine Ryan to headline Latitude Festival
Katherine Ryan has been named as one of the headline comedy acts at this year's Latitude Festival. The stand-up superstar will appear at the festival on Saturday. Major comedy names already announced include Michelle Wolf, Frank Skinner and Jason Manford.
Bruce Dessau, Beyond The Joke, 16th May 2019Jason Manford opens up about mental health battle
'Just because you're struggling doesn't mean you're failing'.
Manchester Evening News, 7th May 2019