A fundraising evening is being organised to complete post-production on a new short film celebrating the life and laughter of beloved British comic Barry Cryer.JOKE has recently completed filming and

Peter Kay has revealed that he turned down Netflix’s request for Phoenix Nights even after they tried to tempt him with an air fryer. He has also revealed that he has already written a film of

Comedian, broadcaster and mental health campaigner Ruby Wax has announced a new UK tour, Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous, also featuring her long-time collaborator Clive Tulloh. The tour will kick off in

NextUp has filmed a batch of new comedy specials to be released soon.

The Alexandra Palace theatre is a beautiful, apt venue for A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story. Grand, but also slightly decaying around the edges. It’s a big venue to fill but one that makes this

8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown has gone into production with a refreshed line-up as Rob Beckett takes up the permanent role of team captain and Judi Love joins the show as a regular returning guest

Six brand-new full-cast audio comedy pilots from talented new writers – Big Finish Originals – Comedy Playhouse have been released.

The UK’s biggest-selling arena artist, Peter Kay, has announced a series of final arena shows across the UK and Ireland, with all profits donated to 12 leading cancer charities.Now entering its

Andrew Frost has recently been described as the ‘Greatest Card Magician in the World’. Can he live up to the hype? Come and find out if it’s true. Following a smash-hit Edinburgh Festival Fringe run,

This Christmas and Hogmanay, BBC Scotland is bringing a bumper package of festive programming across radio and television. From laugh-out-loud comedy to nostalgic specials, this year’s festive

This Christmas and Hogmanay, BBC Scotland is bringing a bumper package of festive programming across radio and television. From laugh-out-loud comedy to nostalgic specials, this year’s festive

Comedian, writer and broadcaster Susan Calman is heading back out on the road for the first time in ten years with her brand-new live show, Tall Tales. Touring extensively across the UK from

Babatunde Aléshé is the fifth star announced to take part in the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special, made by BBC Studios and airing on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this Christmas.Babatunde will be

The BBC Comedy Festival is back for a fifth time and in May 2026 the host city will be Liverpool. The BBC Comedy Festival – previously held in Belfast, Glasgow, Cardiff and Newcastle - is an

Channel 4 has joined forces with Sainsbury’s to bring viewers some festive cheer in a brand-new entertainment series, Chris Ramsey’s Alternative Christmas Guide. Hosted by comedian Chris Ramsey, the

Actor, writer and comedian Tim Key is taking his smash-hit live show Loganberry across the UK and Ireland from February 2026. The Edinburgh Comedy Award-winner is returning to the stage with this

Following an acclaimed and award-nominated Edinburgh run this year, Sikisa (Live at The Apollo, Off Menu, Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club, ISH Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee) is releasing her first ever

Somerset’s ‘weekend-long comedy jamboree’ (The Guardian) – celebrates it’s ten year anniversary festival over the May bank holiday in 2026. Many of the country’s top names in comedy will descend on

The BBc has unveiled its Christmas comedy schedule offering a mixture of old favourites and new faces. There is a bumper selection of comedy to spread the joy. In Mammoth, it’s Tony Mammoth’s first

SOPHIE GARRAD is to set out on her first tour, following a successful Edinburgh Fringe. Sophie will embark on an initial nine dates across the UK with POOR LITTLE RICH GIRL, beginning at The Old Fire