British Comedy Guide

Steve Bennett (III)

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Press clippings Page 28

Red Dwarf X: The first look

There is no great reboot of the format, more of a back-to-basics approach, and all the better for it.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 11th September 2012

The future of the Fringe? Think smaller

So - officially - it wasn't as bad as everyone feared. A post-Olympic rally meant Fringe ticket sales were just one per cent down on last year, albeit spread over six per cent more shows.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 28th August 2012

Sky Atlantic recording review

Chortle reviewer Steve Bennett watches the show transfer from stage to TV.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 11th July 2012

Her Master's Voice review

Documentaries these days always seem to have to feature someone going on a 'personal journey' ... and Nina Conti's award-winning film is no exception.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 10th June 2012

BBC Asian Network recording reviewed

8,000 people applied for the 300 tickets to this BBC radio recording - while the content was resolutely mainstream, resonating with everyone, albeit stronger with those who shared a background with the comics.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 1st May 2012

Live gig review

At the last minute, Radio 2's annual Children In Need comedy gala moved from the 1,100-seat Shepherds Bush Empire to the 300-seat Radio Theatre in Broadcasting House.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 14th November 2011

Chortle review

Whatever Black Pond's minor flaws, Kingsley and Sharpe have certainly created an impressive calling card, sure to bring them more work in the future. Whether the same can be said of Chris Langham, despite his impressive performance, will remain in the hands of others.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 4th October 2011

Frank Skinner: Atheists are a threat

Frank Skinner has claimed that atheists are as big a threat to humanity as climate change deniers.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 17th September 2011

Preview: Tedious. Problematic. Brilliant

Steve Bennett previews the first two episodes of Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 3rd May 2011

Frankie Boyle's Tramadol Nights review

Channel 4 played its cards very close to its chest with Tramadol Nights; releasing not so much as a preview clip before last night's premiere, perhaps for fear of sparking tabloid outrage. And, sure enough, there was plenty to offend in Frankie Boyle's stand-up and sketch hybrid - but also plenty to enjoy for those who have no issue with his pungent humour.

Steve Bennett, Chortle, 1st December 2010

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