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Did you hear about the comics sharing a flat at Fringe?
Performing at the fringe can cost a fortune - little wonder so many comics bunk in together. We drop in on Jon Richardson, Rose Matafeo and Josie Long, among others, to see how they live.
Chris Wiegand, The Guardian, 13th August 2019ITV to pilot new stand-up format Out There
ITV is to pilot Out There, a stand-up show from the producers of Mock The Week in which comedians perform in 'real world' locations.
British Comedy Guide, 4th February 201950 Fringe one-liners that deserved to win Funniest Joke
It's been ten years since Dave launched the Funniest Joke of the Fringe award, and there have been some worthy winners over the years. There have, however, been some unlucky losers.
Finlay Greig, i Newspaper, 28th June 2018Midlands Comedy Awards 2017 results
The results of the Midlands Comedy Awards 2017 have been announced. Rob Kemp took home three awards, whilst other winners included Joe Lycett, Barry Dodds and promoter Spiky Mike.
British Comedy Guide, 4th December 2017Midlands Comedy Awards 2017 nominees
The shortlists for the Midlands Comedy Awards 2017 have been announced. Rob Kemp leads the lists with six nominations.
British Comedy Guide, 6th November 2017Midlands Comedy Awards 2016 winners
The winners of the 2016 Midlands Comedy Awards have been announced. Those taking home prizes included Duncan Oakley, Barry Dodds and Masai Graham.
British Comedy Guide, 28th November 2016Ten must see Edinburgh Fringe shows for 2016
While up in the Scottish capital, I'm hoping to see at least two comedy shows a day. It is, after all, the world's biggest arts festival, featuring the best of British and international talent - many of them free entry. So here's ten shows I'm recommending (in alphabetical order) if you're visiting Edinburgh this month.
Jay Islaam, The Huffington Post, 4th August 2016Ten "must see" Edinburgh Fringe shows for 2016
While up in the Scottish capital, I'm hoping to see at least two comedy shows a day. It is, after all, the world's biggest arts festival, featuring the best of British and international talent - many of them free entry. So here's ten shows I'm recommending (in alphabetical order) if you're visiting Edinburgh this month.
Jay Islaam, 3rd August 2016Masai Graham named UK Pun Champion 2016
Masai Graham has been named as the UK Pun Champion 2016. The comic from West Bromwich won the contest at Dave's Leicester Comedy Festival.
British Comedy Guide, 9th February 2016The Masai Graham three minute interview
For his Edinburgh Festival fringe show, the award-winning gag merchant Masai Graham delivers over one hundred jokes in just half an hour. Expect puns, one liners and wordplay in this 3.3 laughs per minute bonanza. Martin Walker meets a very funny man.
Martin Walker, Broadway Baby, 26th June 2014