Russell Howard

The perks and pitfalls of the work-in-progress

More big-hitting acts like Daniel Kitson and Bridget Christie aren't launching their new shows in Edinburgh - they're developing them there.

50 must-see comedy shows at the Edinburgh Fringe (Link expired)

Here at WOW 247 we've pooled together our comedy brains to pick out a whopping 50 shows we think make a good starting point for any Fringe adventurer.

Who's representing your city at the Edinburgh Fringe? (Link expired)

Edinburgh is world famous for its annual Festival Fringe (5-29 Aug) which showcases performing arts from across the world, but focusses mainly on comedy.

Edinburgh show to expose casting call sexism

A new show exposing sexism in casting calls is to run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year.

Latitude: reflections on a weekend of comedy

Latitude has often used the tag-line 'more than just a music festival' and with an extensive arts line-up that's certainly true. The Suffolk festival has also grown into one of the largest comedy programmes on the circuit. The tents may now have been dismantled, but Fergus Morgan reflects back on a weekend's mirth in the festival's purple comedy arena.

Five big name shows at the Fringe (Link expired)

If you're looking for star power at this year's Fringe, then look no further.

Russell Howard: I'm still a mummy's boy in my thirties

Funny man Russell Howard opens up to Closer about being his mum's best friend and being everyone's unusual crush.

Ostensibly, with his middle-of-the-road material and a giggling studio audience, there's little to differentiate the Bristolian comic's show from many others that have come before. What is different about Howard, however, is his willingness to share the stage with comics of all stripes. As the second series kicks off, up-and-comer Darren Harriott talks being mistaken for a terrorist, while Jimmy Carr brings his trademark one-liners.

Russell Howard interview

The in-demand comedian talks about touring with his mum, why he's more ranty and who he thinks is the best comic in the world.

Russell Howard interview

Why I said no to I'm a Celebrity, but yes to kissing a 49-year-old mum in front of her son...