Features Page 10

Writing

The Comedy Doctor on our 10-Page Call Out opportunity

Thursday 26th September 2024

The Comedy Doctor answers a question from a member unsure about entering our 10-Page Call Out opportunity.

Writing

Have I Got New For You: Course I can take a joke! (If it's at your expense)

Wednesday 25th September 2024

Dave Cohen explores the influence of Twitter on comedians and comedy writers.

Writing

What's your show about?

Tuesday 24th September 2024

Script readers need to understand what your show is about immediately.

Writing

The first 10 pages

Monday 23rd September 2024

Here are some questions to ask yourself about the first 10 pages of your script.

Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Paul Merton, Ian Hislop. Credit: Matt Crockett

Writing

Have I Got New For You: What now for topical comedy?

Friday 20th September 2024

Dave Cohen explains that, no matter who's in power, topical comedy remains a route to success.

The last minute

Thursday 19th September 2024

They say don't leave it to the last minute. But, sometimes, time pressure can bring advantages.

Writing

A big event

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Kicking off with a big, dramatic event is an effective way to hook a script reader.

Writing

Great expectations: Mike Cooper

Tuesday 17th September 2024

Pro member Mike Cooper outlines his approach to our Expectation: 10-Page Call Out opportunity.

Production

Bedroom sketch artists - How we made Shared Drive

Monday 16th September 2024

Tom Worsley talks through why online audio sketch pilot Shared Drive was created, and how it was made.

Production

BCG Pro Sessions video: Michelle Farr-Scott

Friday 13th September 2024

Watch back the Zoom session we conducted with TV producer Michelle Farr-Scott. Topics include the best way to approach a producer with a project idea and the challenges of making television comedy.