British podcasters in Serial legal wrangle
The threat of legal action came from Serial’s Community Editor Kristen Taylor, who took exception to the satirists’ reworking of the famous card stack logo.
Jason Byrne announces Stockton date
Byrne, who has previously appeared on Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Show, Dave’s One Night Stand and The John Bishop Show, will play Stockton’s ARC on Thursday 24 November.
Russell Howard to headline Latitude Festival
The Suffolk festival, which takes place at Henham Park between 14-17 July 2016, will once again welcome a huge roster of comedy performers across several spaces.
Stephen Fry lands US pilot
Fry will play Antonio, a charismatic international adventurer and founder of an explorer magazine, who hires McHale’s adventure reporter to oversee the magazine’s millennial-filled digital department.
Magic in store for Teesdale as Pete Firman returns
Pete Firman’s new show TriX will see him bring his trademark blend of crowd-pleasing comedy and jaw-dropping magic to Teesdale, fresh from his 10th year at the Edinburgh Festival.
Laffalang Gang begin search for 2016’s best sketch
Potential entrants have until 29 May to submit their sketch ideas, with the best six being selected by comics Jason Cook and Gavin Webster.
Manchester improv troupe launch adults-only show
A departure from their usual all ages shows, Bang! Bang! Comedy Improv will take place at Gulliver’s every month, beginning Sunday 20 March, and will consist of improvised sketches, skits and games.
New pilot from Sharon Horgan commissioned
The Circuit, which centres on the horror and hilarity of social engagement, marks the first collaboration in ten years for Kelly and Horgan, who previously co-wrote acclaimed sitcom Pulling.
