British Comedy Guide
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BBC Writersroom Open Call Writing

Webinar video: Simon Nelson from BBC Writersroom

  • Wednesday 1st November 2023

A recording of the webinar in which Simon Nelson from BBC Writersroom talks about what sort of comedy dramas the BBC is looking for in the next BBC Writersroom Script Call Window.

Gina Lyons

BCG Pro Sessions video: Gina Lyons

  • Wednesday 1st November 2023

Here's the recording of our October 2023 BCG Pro Sessions Q&A with TV producer Gina Lyons. The hour-long discussion goes in-depth on topics related to developing comedy projects for TV.

The Fast Show. Image shows from L to R: Charlie Higson, Paul Whitehouse. Copyright: BBC Writing

Members Ask... Charlie Higson, part 1

  • Tuesday 31st October 2023

We put our members' questions to Charlie Higson. Here is the first part of his detailed, thoughtful, insightful responses.

Sue Vincent

My Comedy Career: Sue Vincent

  • Monday 30th October 2023

Comedy actor and writer Sue Vincent, who is currently starring in audio sitcom Cat/Person, takes on our My Comedy Career questions.

Drop The Dead Donkey. Image shows from L to R: Henry Davenport (David Swift), George Dent (Jeff Rawle), Helen Cooper (Ingrid Lacey), Sally Smedley (Victoria Wicks), Damien Day (Stephen Tompkinson), Gus Hedges (Robert Duncan), Joy Merryweather (Susannah Doyle). Copyright: Hat Trick Productions Writing

What's the situation?

  • Friday 27th October 2023

Here are three elements to consider when thinking about the situation in your situation comedy.

Helen Brooks Performance

Getting into comedy as a 40-year-old single mother

  • Thursday 26th October 2023

Comedian and writer Helen Brooks talks us through the struggles and rewards of getting into comedy as a 40-year-old single mother.

'Hello My Name Is' badge Writing

Coming up with a title for your sitcom project

  • Wednesday 25th October 2023

We talk about the importance of finding the right title for your sitcom project.

Steptoe And Son. Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC Writing

Failure in sitcom

  • Tuesday 24th October 2023

A look at the topic of failure and how you can utilise it in your sitcom scripts.

Person typing on a laptop Writing

Where should you write?

  • Monday 23rd October 2023

We talk about the importance of finding a place to write that suits your lifestyle, and makes you feel comfortable and creative.

Generic picture of a blank sheet of A4 paper Writing

Story beats and beat sheets

  • Friday 20th October 2023

Writers often talk about story beats. But what are they? We take a look.