British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Features Page 16

Jon Petrie Production

Jon Petrie's BBC Comedy Festival 2024 speech

  • Thursday 23rd May 2024

Jon Petrie, the BBC Director of Comedy, has been briefing producers in Glasgow in regards to what the BBC is looking to commission. You can read a full copy of his speech on BCG Pro.

Fane Speakers event Performance

Tips for performing at corporate gigs

  • Wednesday 22nd May 2024

Performing at corporate gigs can be a lucrative and rewarding avenue for UK comedians. Jonathan Phillips, director of Fane Speakers, gives five top tips to help you succeed in this unique environment.

Lots of copyright symbols on pieces of card. Credit: Pixabay Writing

The C word: Copyright in comedy

  • Tuesday 21st May 2024

New writers often worry about copyrighting their idea. But should they?

Not Only... But Also.... Image shows from L to R: Peter Cook, Dudley Moore. Copyright: BBC Writing

Lightbulb moments

  • Monday 20th May 2024

How to trigger those lightbulb moments.

The Smoking Room. Credit: BBC Writing

Micheál Jacob on characters

  • Friday 17th May 2024

In his latest column, the hugely experienced Micheál Jacob explains how to create three dimensional characters.

The One.... Image shows left to right: Harry Enfield, Ronnie Corbett Writing

Avoiding confusion

  • Thursday 16th May 2024

Sketch or sitcom script, clarity is key.

Self-filming Performance

Get a grip on your self-tape

  • Wednesday 15th May 2024

How to record a professional self-tape audition: a guide for actors.

Writing

Contacting producers: The waiting game

  • Tuesday 14th May 2024

How long should you wait before chasing a producer?

Bluestone 42. Image shows left to right: Bird (Katie Lyons), Mary (Kelly Adams) Writing

A matter of character

  • Monday 13th May 2024

Let your characters solve your script problems.

Woman holding a phone

Get your dictaphone out!

  • Friday 10th May 2024

From generating sketch ideas to stand-up routines, using a dictaphone can help.