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Comedy show that launched global acts coming to Canvey this year

2+ hour, 35+ min ago  (386+ words) A stand-up comedy show previously featuring the likes of Jimmy Carr and Mike Myers is making its way to Canvey this year. Comedy Store: On The Road will launch at The Paddocks on September 26, 2026, as the first in a new…...

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Edinburgh Festival Fringe programme launched

8+ mon, 2+ week ago  (356+ words) The programme for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe has been launched, including more than 3,350 shows across 265 venues. Comedy, music, dance, children's shows, magic and cabaret will all be part of the arts festival, which runs from August 1 to 25. Topics include the…...

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Comedian Reginald D Hunter faces private prosecution over social media posts

8+ mon, 3+ week ago  (404+ words) Comedian Reginald D Hunter is being prosecuted over alleged antisemitic social media posts, a court heard. The 56-year-old US stand-up is accused of three counts of sending an offensive communication on three different occasions " on August 24, September 10 and September 11 last…...

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Comedian's Southend gig axed over 'disgusting' Liverpool victory parade comment

8+ mon, 3+ week ago  (418+ words) A CONTROVERSIAL comedian has had his Southend show cancelled amid backlash over a comment he made after Liverpool's victory parade tragedy. Andrew Lawrence had been due to perform at Caddies Comedy Club on Saturday June 14, in what would have been…...

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How to watch BBC’s new detective show with Timothy Spall, Death Valley

8+ mon, 4+ week ago  (319+ words) New BBC comedy drama, Death Valley, stars Timothy Spall as a reclusive actor hiding away in Wales. The show, written by Paul Doolan, follows the young ambitious detective, DS Janie Mallowan who is desperate to solve big cases and to…...

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Gavin and Stacey star ‘suggested’ film adaptation idea to BBC director-general

10+ mon, 1+ week ago  (342+ words) Gavin And Stacey star Larry Lamb has said he "suggested" the idea of a film adaptation of the sitcom to BBC director general Tim Davie. The 77-year-old said someone had mentioned the idea to him which he then passed on…...

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John Cleese's Fawlty Towers play coming to Cliffs Pavilion with star-studded cast

10+ mon, 1+ week ago  (407+ words) A critically acclaimed production of John Cleese's "Fawlty Towers " The Play" is coming to Westcliff. The show, which had a successful West End run earlier this year, will be at the Cliffs Pavilion from November 25 to 29. The production is part…...

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Brits shocked to discover American remake of critically acclaimed UK sitcom

10+ mon, 3+ week ago  (425+ words) Reddit users have recently discovered an American remake of the sitcom This Country exists, called Welcome to Flatch ... Brits have been shocked to discover an American remake of a recent classic BBC sitcom which aired in the last couple of…...

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Jimmy Carr set to perform at Cliffs Pavilion as part of new tour

10+ mon, 4+ week ago  (189+ words) Known for his dark humour and sharp one-liners, Carr's new show promises to deliver his signature edgy comedy. Jimmy Carr to bring 'Laughs Funny' tour to Cliffs Pavilion Renowned comedian Jimmy Carr is set to bring his latest tour, "Laughs…...

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Everything you need to know about the Big Night of Musicals — how to watch

10+ mon, 4+ week ago  (242+ words) Theatre lovers across the country are in luck tonight as the BBC hosts the hotly anticipated Big Night of Musicals. The event, which is made possible by the National Lottery, is a musical ... All to know about the Big Night…...