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CV Writing

How to write a great biography

  • Friday 26th July 2019

Writing a biography is a tricky thing. It can feel deeply unnatural. Bragging, even. But here are seven tips to help you sell yourself effectively.

WareFringe 2019. Maria Shehata. Copyright: Terence Whiskin Performance

The Road to the WareFringe, Part 3

  • Friday 19th July 2019

Si Hawkins has been taking us behind the scenes as he launches a little comedy festival. The four-show all-dayer has now occurred, so here Si shares the lessons he took away from the day.

Eleanor Morton Performance

Eleanor Morton: Seven Rules For The Life (During The Fringe)

  • Friday 12th July 2019

In this great article, Eleanor Morton offers advice to comics who are feeling daunted about the Edinburgh Fringe.

Gabby Hutchinson Crouch Writing

Gabby Hutchinson Crouch: Don't kill your darlings, just rehome them

  • Friday 12th July 2019

Gabby Hutchinson Crouch talks about how a lot of a comedy writer's life involves rejection, but how you shouldn't give up but instead look for new mediums for your characters.

The Mayoress. Susan (Brenda Gilhooly) Writing

Brenda Gilhooly on bringing Madam Mayor to the radio

  • Thursday 11th July 2019

Brenda Gilhooly talks about bringing her sitcom Madam Mayor to the radio.

Denise Hicks Production

Interview with LOCO's Denise Hicks

  • Wednesday 10th July 2019

BCG Pro talks to Denise Hicks, the director of LOCO, about their great comedy film festival. This interview includes some brilliant tips for those making short films.

Funny Women Awards Performance

Funny Women Awards 2019 semi-finalists announced

  • Wednesday 10th July 2019

The semi-finalists for the 2019 Funny Women Awards stage category have been announced, and the judges revealed for the Comedy Shorts and Writing prizes.

For Love Or Money. Mark Murphy Production

How we made For Love Or Money

  • Tuesday 9th July 2019

Writer and director Mark Murphy talks through developing and filming "unromantic comedy" For Love Or Money.

The Secret Reviewer Performance

The Secret Reviewer #4: The Context Conundrum

  • Monday 1st July 2019

Every month our clandestine critic reveals the murky truths behind that infamous trade, and live comedy generally. This month: how shows can infect each other.

Saskia Schuster Writing

Has ITV banned male sitcom writing partnerships?

  • Friday 28th June 2019

Saskia Schuster talks in depth to BCG Pro about her plans for addressing the gender imbalance in ITV comedy writing teams. This article corrects some of the 'click-bait headlines' you may have read.