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Frank Sidebottom: the true story
Frank Sidebottom was possibly the strangest pop star in history. Jon Ronson, who played in his band, and has co-written a film inspired by the character starring Michael Fassbender, remembers Frank's creator Chris Sievey as being even more eccentric than his papier-mache alter ego.
Jon Ronson, The Observer, 12th January 2014TV Preview: Inside No. 9
Fans of Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith's previous work will know they like to combine the hilarious with the genuinely unsettling, and this series is no exception. Causing huge laughs and genuine fear by turns, Inside No. 9 will certainly be one to watch.
The Velvet Onion, 20th December 2013Seymour Mace becomes 1st comic in residence for museum
An Ashington museum has appointed a "Comedian in Residence" in what is believed to be the first project of its kind anywhere in the world.
The News Post Leader, 28th November 2013Flicks and Giggles: Tyneside Cinema launch new night
Newcastle's Tyneside Cinema have launched a new stand-up night combining comedy and film.
Andrew Dipper, Giggle Beats, 16th November 2013Frank Sidebottom statue unveiled in Timperley
A life-size bronze statue of comedy character Frank Sidebottom has been unveiled in his hometown of Timperley in Greater Manchester.
BBC News, 20th October 2013Jennifer Saunders reconsiders Ab Fab film
Jennifer Saunders says she hopes to get the long-discussed Absolutely Fabulous film off the ground next year.
BBC News, 9th October 2013Mrs Brown's Boys repeat tops ratings outside of soaps
Mrs Brown's Boys was the most-watched primetime programme on a quiet night outside of soaps on Friday (September 20), according to overnight audience data.
Kate Goodacre, Digital Spy, 21st September 2013Mark Thomas organising LGBT gig outside Russian Consula
Mark Thomas is organising a free comedy gig outside the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Edinburgh on Thursday, which will feature LGBT stand-up comedians.
British Comedy Guide, 19th August 2013Phil Kay is still considering a viable alternative
I'm on a train, trundling through Sussex in the summertime, reading a computer copy of Phil Kay's new book, when I get a message from Phil Kay. "I ought to be in Lewes some time today. Could be swimming at England's oldest lido."
Claire Smith, The Scotsman, 31st July 2013The insiders' guide to the Edinburgh Fringe
Jenny Eclair, Greg Proops, Nicholas Parsons, Kate Copstick, Sean Hughes, Philip Pope and more talk about the highs and lows of the Fringe.
BBC Magazine, 30th July 2013