Short Com TV Sitcom Writing Competition 2022 opens
Friday 4th March 2022
Short Com has announced that its TV Sitcom Writing Competition is returning for the third year, with entry open from Monday 7th March until 16th July 2022.
VOXI launches 'Eyes On Comedy' competition
Wednesday 2nd March 2022
Mobile phone network VOXI has launched a competition for comedians under the age of 30. Submit a creative clip around the theme of 'awkward social media moments' for a chance to win £2,000 and the opportunity to become a regular paid TikTok contributor.
Competition seeks comedy bingo caller for £1,000 prize
Thursday 17th February 2022
East London's alternative bingo venue Dabber's Social Bingo has launched a competition to find a new comic caller for its events.
Laurie Farrugia, Ben Hough and Natasha Heliotis join BBC Studios
Wednesday 16th February 2022
Laurie Farrugia, Ben Hough and Natasha Heliotis have been hired as comedy development producers at BBC Studios Productions.
BCG Pro Talent Awards for Performance 2021 finalists
Friday 11th February 2022
Coral Bevan, Dave Bibby, Amber Phillips, Hartley Pool and Justina Seselskaite are the finalists for the BCG Pro Talent Awards for Performance 2021. Adam Hopkins is the Starter winner.
LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year 2022 competition open for entries
Thursday 3rd February 2022
The entry form is now available for the 2022 Comedy Bloomers LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year competition. The deadline to apply is 14th February.
David Nobbs Memorial Trust 2022 writing competition launched
Tuesday 1st February 2022
The David Nobbs Memorial Trust 2022 comedy writing competition is now open for entries, with £1000 as the top prize.
Inez Gordon and Ben Worsfield join Roughcut as development producers
Monday 24th January 2022
Roughcut TV has appointed two new development producers, Inez Gordon and Ben Worsfield.
Luke Rollason offers Brighton Fringe bursary
Saturday 8th January 2022
Physical comedian Luke Rollason is running a bursary for the 2022 Brighton Fringe. Aimed at those creating alternative comedy, the fund offers the successful applicant the cost of their registration fee, contributions to marketing costs and free rehearsal space as well as "crisps and fizzy drinks".
Female Pilot Club launches podcast
Friday 7th January 2022
Comedy writing organisation The Female Pilot Club have launched a podcast in which interview writers and discuss the craft of creating shows.