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Lou Sanders on forging a career in comedy
- Tuesday 2nd February 2021
Lou Sanders - who is currently co-hosting Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable - offers advice for anyone thinking of taking a leap into comedy, and shares her philosophy for life and the creative process.
The Secret Reviewer #23: Get the Picture
- Monday 1st February 2021
Every month our clandestine critic reveals the murky truths behind that infamous trade, and live comedy generally. This month: It's never too early to get prepped for self-promotion.
Comedians: how to start and grow your Patreon page
- Sunday 31st January 2021
Patreon can be a great way for comedians to make money. We talk through how to successfully launch a Patreon account.
Juggling comedy writing with a paid job
- Thursday 28th January 2021
Thinking about trying to juggle a part-time or full-time job with a career in comedy writing? We take a look at the options you have, and offer up some tips for getting the balance right.
The awkward bits of working with an agent
- Tuesday 26th January 2021
To get some insight on the positives and negatives of having an agent, we asked an established writer-performer to tell us about their experiences of working with their agent.
Mother's Best Child talk about how they turned their passion into a business
- Friday 24th July 2020
Guy Davidson and Dan Clarke have become well-known for creating online sketches for broadcasters. In this insight-packed interview they explain how their passion for comedy led them to forming the production company Mother's Best Child, and the lessons they've learnt along the way.
Here is the news: you CAN make a living writing comedy
- Thursday 18th June 2020
Dave Cohen writes about making a living from comedy writing, and the benefits of learning how to pen topical gags.
How to plan your time and be productive
- Tuesday 31st March 2020
With so many possible distractions around the house, how do you be productive? Here's some tips on managing your time and consistently producing work.
Adapting to the world of the writer-performer
- Saturday 28th March 2020
Sitcoms are being dominated by the phenomenon known as the 'writer-performer'. BCG Pro takes a look at the options you have to try and adapt to this trend.
Tips for building an audience during coronavirus
- Wednesday 18th March 2020
Comedian Dave Bibby offers a list of ways comedy performers can survive whilst the country is in lockdown due to coronavirus.