British comedian Chris O'Neill performs at The Comedy Store Sunset Blvd May 2011.
19.5.11
Chris O'Neill The Comedy Store May 2011
British comedian Chris O'Neill performs at The Comedy Store Sunset Blvd May 2011.
The Real McCoy (Full Episode)
The Real McCoy (BBC, 1991-96) was the first real showcase for young black comedy on primetime British television. The show also opened the door for multi-cultural comedy in general while by introducing British audiences to Meera Syal and Kulvinder Ghir, it paved the way for their success in Goodness Gracious Me (BBC, 1998-2000). Playing with notions of race in Britain at a time when the only truly visible black British comedian was Lenny Henry, the show cleared a path for a new generation of black comedians to break into the mainstream. Often confronting stereotypical views of black men and women, the show's writers flipped perceptions on their head to create their punchlines.
One sketch showed a black British paratrooper running around the streets of Tottenham lauding the army's equal opportunities policy: "In here we've all got just as much opportunity for getting shot." This is not to say that The Real McCoy was an overtly political or heavy-handed show. In fact one of the show's highlights came from its brief musical pastiches, mocking popstars like MC Hammer, who finds himself repeatedly reminded by his backing singers that he 'can't touch this' every time he tries to grab a young lady's derrière. Where much urban programming finds itself shunted around the schedules, and often broadcast late at night, The Real McCoy was given a regular primetime slot. This suggested the BBC was seeing multi-cultural programming as integral to its schedule. The fact that the BBC's flagship ethnic comedy show mixed Black and Asian comedians, however, suggested that there remained doubts that mainstream audiences were yet ready for a half-hour show dedicated purely to one ethnicity. Such anxieties were dispelled following the success of Goodness Gracious Me.
One sketch showed a black British paratrooper running around the streets of Tottenham lauding the army's equal opportunities policy: "In here we've all got just as much opportunity for getting shot." This is not to say that The Real McCoy was an overtly political or heavy-handed show. In fact one of the show's highlights came from its brief musical pastiches, mocking popstars like MC Hammer, who finds himself repeatedly reminded by his backing singers that he 'can't touch this' every time he tries to grab a young lady's derrière. Where much urban programming finds itself shunted around the schedules, and often broadcast late at night, The Real McCoy was given a regular primetime slot. This suggested the BBC was seeing multi-cultural programming as integral to its schedule. The fact that the BBC's flagship ethnic comedy show mixed Black and Asian comedians, however, suggested that there remained doubts that mainstream audiences were yet ready for a half-hour show dedicated purely to one ethnicity. Such anxieties were dispelled following the success of Goodness Gracious Me.
The Real McCoy (Full Episode)
The Real McCoy (BBC, 1991-96) was the first real showcase for young black comedy on primetime British television. The show also opened the door for multi-cultural comedy in general while by introducing British audiences to Meera Syal and Kulvinder Ghir, it paved the way for their success in Goodness Gracious Me (BBC, 1998-2000). Playing with notions of race in Britain at a time when the only truly visible black British comedian was Lenny Henry, the show cleared a path for a new generation of black comedians to break into the mainstream. Often confronting stereotypical views of black men and women, the show's writers flipped perceptions on their head to create their punchlines.
One sketch showed a black British paratrooper running around the streets of Tottenham lauding the army's equal opportunities policy: "In here we've all got just as much opportunity for getting shot." This is not to say that The Real McCoy was an overtly political or heavy-handed show. In fact one of the show's highlights came from its brief musical pastiches, mocking popstars like MC Hammer, who finds himself repeatedly reminded by his backing singers that he 'can't touch this' every time he tries to grab a young lady's derrière. Where much urban programming finds itself shunted around the schedules, and often broadcast late at night, The Real McCoy was given a regular primetime slot. This suggested the BBC was seeing multi-cultural programming as integral to its schedule. The fact that the BBC's flagship ethnic comedy show mixed Black and Asian comedians, however, suggested that there remained doubts that mainstream audiences were yet ready for a half-hour show dedicated purely to one ethnicity. Such anxieties were dispelled following the success of Goodness Gracious Me.
One sketch showed a black British paratrooper running around the streets of Tottenham lauding the army's equal opportunities policy: "In here we've all got just as much opportunity for getting shot." This is not to say that The Real McCoy was an overtly political or heavy-handed show. In fact one of the show's highlights came from its brief musical pastiches, mocking popstars like MC Hammer, who finds himself repeatedly reminded by his backing singers that he 'can't touch this' every time he tries to grab a young lady's derrière. Where much urban programming finds itself shunted around the schedules, and often broadcast late at night, The Real McCoy was given a regular primetime slot. This suggested the BBC was seeing multi-cultural programming as integral to its schedule. The fact that the BBC's flagship ethnic comedy show mixed Black and Asian comedians, however, suggested that there remained doubts that mainstream audiences were yet ready for a half-hour show dedicated purely to one ethnicity. Such anxieties were dispelled following the success of Goodness Gracious Me.
Ro Campbell Scottish Comedian of the Year 2010 WINNER
Scottish Aussie Comic Cowboy Ro Campbell has spent 6 years honing his craft by gigging all over the UK, Ireland, Europe and beyond. He has performed at the last 5 Edinburgh Fringe festival's and made The Scotsman's pick of Best Jokes of The Fringe in 2009. He has also performed at the Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival and has written for British TV and Radio. 12 people in the Outer hebrides once saw him perform on BBC's Gaelic language channel and in 2010 he was crowned Scottish Comedian Of The Year. Come and see why.
"Ro Campbell, the eventual winner, was by far the most proficient comic on the bill, with an upbeat energy, control of the room, and witty take on Scottish life from an outsider's point of view. There's a nice routine about the Shetland ferry, while he even finds his own angle to the stereotype of Glasgow hardmen. A bit of politics, with a stinging line about David Cameron's happiness poll was the icing on the cake."
"Ro Campbell, the eventual winner, was by far the most proficient comic on the bill, with an upbeat energy, control of the room, and witty take on Scottish life from an outsider's point of view. There's a nice routine about the Shetland ferry, while he even finds his own angle to the stereotype of Glasgow hardmen. A bit of politics, with a stinging line about David Cameron's happiness poll was the icing on the cake."
Ro Campbell Scottish Comedian of the Year 2010 WINNER
Scottish Aussie Comic Cowboy Ro Campbell has spent 6 years honing his craft by gigging all over the UK, Ireland, Europe and beyond. He has performed at the last 5 Edinburgh Fringe festival's and made The Scotsman's pick of Best Jokes of The Fringe in 2009. He has also performed at the Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival and has written for British TV and Radio. 12 people in the Outer hebrides once saw him perform on BBC's Gaelic language channel and in 2010 he was crowned Scottish Comedian Of The Year. Come and see why.
"Ro Campbell, the eventual winner, was by far the most proficient comic on the bill, with an upbeat energy, control of the room, and witty take on Scottish life from an outsider's point of view. There's a nice routine about the Shetland ferry, while he even finds his own angle to the stereotype of Glasgow hardmen. A bit of politics, with a stinging line about David Cameron's happiness poll was the icing on the cake."
"Ro Campbell, the eventual winner, was by far the most proficient comic on the bill, with an upbeat energy, control of the room, and witty take on Scottish life from an outsider's point of view. There's a nice routine about the Shetland ferry, while he even finds his own angle to the stereotype of Glasgow hardmen. A bit of politics, with a stinging line about David Cameron's happiness poll was the icing on the cake."
Is Comedy Getting Cruel? Mal Fletcher on BBC Radio
How far is too far? Is comedy becoming more cruel? A famous British comedian recently made jokes about a mentally challenge boy. Where should we draw the line? MAL FLETCHER, respected social commentator, discusses this on BBC Radio
Is Comedy Getting Cruel? Mal Fletcher on BBC Radio
How far is too far? Is comedy becoming more cruel? A famous British comedian recently made jokes about a mentally challenge boy. Where should we draw the line? MAL FLETCHER, respected social commentator, discusses this on BBC Radio
Richard Herring slams a heckler
Recorded at The Warwick Arts Centre, on 15th May 2011 during his long tour of "Christ On A Bike". This features a "Christian" heckler and Richard's excellent response. It's audio only, which is a shame.
Richard Herring slams a heckler
Recorded at The Warwick Arts Centre, on 15th May 2011 during his long tour of "Christ On A Bike". This features a "Christian" heckler and Richard's excellent response. It's audio only, which is a shame.
18.5.11
Al Murray’s Compete for the Meat
Starts Thursday May 19th at 9pm only on Dave
This brand new and exclusive series sees Al Murray slip back effortlessly into his award-winning and legendary Pub Landlord guise for a brilliant pub quiz show.
And that’s not all – like those quizzes your mum and dad used to take you to back in the day, teams compete for a side of meat. Yes, it’s television’s only meat-based quiz show.
The, ahem, ‘steaks’ are high as the Guv’nor himself asks the questions to four teams of two, who play for the honour of taking home a frozen chicken and the accolade of being slightly smarter than the competition. Runners-up can expect to walk away with sausages, while the only thing the losing team can look forward to is a Slow Walk of Shame. Look out for some celeb guests too!
Al Murrays’ Compete for the Meat starts Thursday 19th May at 9pm, only on Dave (Sky channel 111, Virgin TV channel 128, Freeview 19)
Play the Facebook game now for your chance to win a frozen chicken! http://apps.facebook.com/compete-for-the-meat
Al Murray’s Compete for the Meat
Starts Thursday May 19th at 9pm only on Dave
This brand new and exclusive series sees Al Murray slip back effortlessly into his award-winning and legendary Pub Landlord guise for a brilliant pub quiz show.
And that’s not all – like those quizzes your mum and dad used to take you to back in the day, teams compete for a side of meat. Yes, it’s television’s only meat-based quiz show.
The, ahem, ‘steaks’ are high as the Guv’nor himself asks the questions to four teams of two, who play for the honour of taking home a frozen chicken and the accolade of being slightly smarter than the competition. Runners-up can expect to walk away with sausages, while the only thing the losing team can look forward to is a Slow Walk of Shame. Look out for some celeb guests too!
Al Murrays’ Compete for the Meat starts Thursday 19th May at 9pm, only on Dave (Sky channel 111, Virgin TV channel 128, Freeview 19)
Play the Facebook game now for your chance to win a frozen chicken! http://apps.facebook.com/compete-for-the-meat
5.5.11
Competition: 4 DVD presents Campus Out on DVD 16th May
Created by the team behind Green Wing and Smack The Pony and starring Andy Nyman and Joseph Millson, this off the wall new series is a laugh a minute sitcom that you cannot afford to miss!
Packed with exclusive, never seen before DVD extras, the hilarious new comedy Campus is out to own on 16th May 2011
Campus is a brand new comedy set in the hotbed of academic mediocrity that is Kirke University. At its helm is the stubby, mercurial Vice Chancellor Jonty de Wolfe, who wants nothing more than to drench Kirke in the juices of his own greatness.
As a scary cloud of financial doom hovers over the gently crumbling 60s concrete, Jonty attempts to pimp up Kirke in any way he can, whether it’s faked alumni, kidnapped prodigies or a range of “Eau de Kirke” perfumery – but his lofty plans soar as gracefully as a porky tortoise and while the strangely unsettling puppet master plunges deeper into the pickle jar, the rest of Kirke’s assorted staff get sidetracked by the more urgent dilemma of who to sleep with next.
The philandering English Professor Matt Beer is forced to up his game in all departments, as he makes no impression on shy Maths lecturer Imogen Moffat, who herself is consumed with creative agony over expectations of a follow-up to her hit Mathsbuster. He is left to contemplate his rapidly greying pubes while his younger, bouncier, athletic student sidekick Flatpack - who combines a six-pack body with the intellect of a piece of Ikea furniture - makes more headway with the lovely maths boffin. The gawky mechanical engineer Lydia “big shit’ Tennant, the three Graces of Admin (Big Grace, Pretty Grace and ‘Was Once A Man’ Grace), Jason the reticent accountant and Nicole the feisty accommodations officer add more sexual confusion to the mix.
Campus is produced and directed by Victoria Pile (Green Wing) with Associate Producer is Robert Harley and Executive Producer is Caroline Leddy.
We have 3 copies on DVD to give away.
To win answer the following question.
Campus was created by the team behind which 2 popular comedy shows?
If you know the answer, then please send it along with your name and address to ukstandup@live.co.uk please put "Campus Comp" in the subject line of your email.
Competition will close 20th May 2011
Competition: 4 DVD presents Campus Out on DVD 16th May
Created by the team behind Green Wing and Smack The Pony and starring Andy Nyman and Joseph Millson, this off the wall new series is a laugh a minute sitcom that you cannot afford to miss!
Packed with exclusive, never seen before DVD extras, the hilarious new comedy Campus is out to own on 16th May 2011
Campus is a brand new comedy set in the hotbed of academic mediocrity that is Kirke University. At its helm is the stubby, mercurial Vice Chancellor Jonty de Wolfe, who wants nothing more than to drench Kirke in the juices of his own greatness.
As a scary cloud of financial doom hovers over the gently crumbling 60s concrete, Jonty attempts to pimp up Kirke in any way he can, whether it’s faked alumni, kidnapped prodigies or a range of “Eau de Kirke” perfumery – but his lofty plans soar as gracefully as a porky tortoise and while the strangely unsettling puppet master plunges deeper into the pickle jar, the rest of Kirke’s assorted staff get sidetracked by the more urgent dilemma of who to sleep with next.
The philandering English Professor Matt Beer is forced to up his game in all departments, as he makes no impression on shy Maths lecturer Imogen Moffat, who herself is consumed with creative agony over expectations of a follow-up to her hit Mathsbuster. He is left to contemplate his rapidly greying pubes while his younger, bouncier, athletic student sidekick Flatpack - who combines a six-pack body with the intellect of a piece of Ikea furniture - makes more headway with the lovely maths boffin. The gawky mechanical engineer Lydia “big shit’ Tennant, the three Graces of Admin (Big Grace, Pretty Grace and ‘Was Once A Man’ Grace), Jason the reticent accountant and Nicole the feisty accommodations officer add more sexual confusion to the mix.
Campus is produced and directed by Victoria Pile (Green Wing) with Associate Producer is Robert Harley and Executive Producer is Caroline Leddy.
We have 3 copies on DVD to give away.
To win answer the following question.
Campus was created by the team behind which 2 popular comedy shows?
If you know the answer, then please send it along with your name and address to ukstandup@live.co.uk please put "Campus Comp" in the subject line of your email.
Competition will close 20th May 2011
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