British Comedy Guide
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Si Hawkins
Si Hawkins

Si Hawkins

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Si Hawkins features - page 11

Chelsea Birkby Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Chelsea Birkby

Friday 3rd June 2022

With several fringes forthcoming, Chelsea Birkby explains why her mum might not be invited.

Andy Smart. Copyright: Steve Best Live

Waves of Laughter: Cruising with the Comedy Store Players

Wednesday 1st June 2022

Fancy a comedy-themed getaway? Then prepare for a treat. From 24th June to July 1st, Princess Cruises are launching their Comedy Stars themed cruise. Ahead of the trip, we talk to Comedy Store Players regular Andy Smart.

Aruhan Galieva Live

Random 8: Aruhan Galieva

Tuesday 24th May 2022

An alumnus of Doctor Who, Black Mirror and now the Brighton Fringe, Aruhan Galieva talks idolising Isy and an astrology apology.

Jenan Younis Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Jenan Younis

Friday 20th May 2022

The first Weapons of Mass Hilarity festival happens over the jubilee weekend: founder Jenan Younis tells us how she got there.

Yulia Pylyavskaya Live

Random 8: Yulia Pylyavskaya

Tuesday 17th May 2022

From Kyiv to London via Catalonia, Ukrainian comedian Yulia Pylyavskaya takes the eight-question challenge.

Amy Matthews. Amy Matthews Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Amy Matthews

Friday 13th May 2022

Gearing up for Standon Calling, Amy Matthews talks curry/comedy crises, big flightless burgers and the joys of Monkey Barreling.

Paul Kerensa Live

Random 8: Paul Kerensa

Tuesday 10th May 2022

He's currently touring the BBC's lesser-told origin story, but why is Paul Kerensa jazz-club jealous?

Brandon Wardell Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Brandon Wardell

Friday 22nd April 2022

With a UK debut coming soon, Brandon Wardell walks us through his ups and downs across the pond.

Gill Sims Live

Random 8: Gill Sims

Tuesday 19th April 2022

From stage door trauma to otter envy, Why Mummy Drinks author Gill Sims takes the eight question test.

BBC New Comedy Awards. Anna Thomas. Credit: Phil McIntyre Entertainment Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Anna Thomas

Friday 15th April 2022

Baboons, Blobby and the best ever curry: Anna Thomas takes us back in time.

Sammy Dobson Live

First Gig, Worst Gig: Sammy Dobson

Friday 8th April 2022

Starring in The Stand Newcastle's Ukraine benefit, Sammy Dobson recalls a crucial Big Night Out, knife-wielding punters and a Merchant nudge.

Mark Brailsford. Copyright: Sam Cartwright Photography Live

Random 8: Mark Brailsford

Tuesday 5th April 2022

About to reprise his Tony Hancock, Mark Brailsford recalls snubbing Pinter but delighting a Brighton football legend.

Bobby Mair Live

Random 8: Bobby Mair

Tuesday 29th March 2022

Back on an eagerly-awaited tour, Bobby Mair recalls pre-show donut binges, anxious gatecrashing and screaming arm dangles.

Colin Mochrie Live

First Gig Worst Gig: Colin Mochrie

Friday 25th March 2022

Improv legend Colin Mochrie heads back to the UK with a hypnotic new show, but why was he once held up by a Hollywood action hero?

Robin Ince Pro

Tune-Up, No. 8: Robin Ince on how to get science into stand-up

Wednesday 23rd March 2022

Niche, scholarly topics can now work on comedy stages - Robin Ince explains how he started putting heavy concepts into club sets.

Esyllt Sears Live

First Gig Worst Gig: Esyllt Sears

Friday 18th March 2022

With A Lovely Time on the horizon, Esyllt Sears talks duck tales, heroic horse-herding and potential piercings.

Ukraine Live

Standing Up For Ukraine: Benefit shows

Wednesday 16th March 2022

It's understandable to feel a bit hopeless right now, watching on as unfathomable horrors happen elsewhere in Europe. But you can lend a hand just by doing what comes naturally: watching comedy.

Matt Parker Live

Random 8: Matt Parker

Tuesday 15th March 2022

Messing with maths next month at the resurrected Nine Lessons, Matt Parker talks volcanic disruption and a session with Brian May.

Catie Wilkins. Copyright: Idil Sukan Live

First Gig Worst Gig: Catie Wilkins

Friday 11th March 2022

Stand-up comic turned sit-down author, Catie Wilkins recalls gong violence, crime crackers and an Ed Balls boost.

Catherine Bohart. Copyright: Matt Crockett Live

Random 8: Catherine Bohart

Tuesday 8th March 2022

Which hefty raffle prize became an unhealthy lockdown obsession? Catherine Bohart reveals all.

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