CRAIG CAMPBELL | INTERVIEW
Wide-eyed Canadian comic, Craig Campbell, is a charismatic comedian with an original stage presence and energetic style of comedy. He Comes to Wales for two dates this February
Comedy
Fancy a laugh? Tickle your funny bone with these stand-up gigs, interviews and festivals.
THE JUNKET CLUB BIRTHDAY CHRISTMAS SHOWDOWN
I have fond memories of the first Junket Club. In an artist’s studio in Barry, fans of comedy, Christmas and generally having a jolly nice time got together and did just that.
UB40 | LIVE REVIEW
It was great to watch the unselfish playing of this collective of musicians, whose polished performance drew on decades of touring.
GREG DAVIES | COMEDY REVIEW
After scabbing cigarettes from members of the audience during the interval, a breathless and asthmatic Davies came back on...
ALUN COCHRANE | COMEDY REVIEW
Cochrane proves that even in dark moments humour can arise, and herein lies the crux of his theory that there is nothing funnier than life itself.
ISY SUTTIE | INTERVIEW
With five or six shows a week, tour dates until the end of this year, the filming of Peep Show’s Seventh series and ongoing writing for comedy pilots, it’s no …
ALUN COCHRANE INTERVIEW
If there is any justice in the world, Cochrane should certainly be added to this list of comics who deserve wider recognition.
FRISKY AND MANNISH: THE COLLEGE YEARS | COMEDY PREVIEW
St David’s Hall Tue 14th Sept words: Jake May Following their much loved and critically acclaimed debut show School of Pop, as well as a string of awards at various …
CARDIFF COMEDY FESTIVAL GALA FINALE | LIVE REVIEW
Rhod Gilbert, Lloyd Langford, Elis James, Craig Campbell, Taylor Glenn, and even more at the highlight of Cardiff's Comedy Festival.
HOW THE LIGHT GETS IN | FESTIVAL REVIEW
Cate Le Bon, Sweet Baboo, Jonathan Powell & more at the philosophy and music wing of Hay festival.
ROSS NOBLE | COMEDY REVIEW
Susie Wild bumps into Ross Noble's bum cheeks at Hay Festival. Really.
COMEDY REVIEW: RUSSELL KANE
The hyperactive, multi-accented, well-educated Russell Kane prances into Swansea.
WELSH UNSIGNED STANDUP AWARD: HEAT TWO
Comedy editor Robin Morgan rounds up the second heat of the Welsh Unsigned Standup Awards
REGINALD D. HUNTER | INTERVIEW
Reginald D Hunter’s laconic drawl and authoritative delivery mark him out as one of the most stimulating comedians of his generation. Robin Morgan spoke to the man about his latest …
WELSH UNSIGNED STANDUP AWARDS: HEAT ONE
Comedy editor Robin Morgan rounds up heat one of the Welsh Unsigned Standup Awards
CHRIS ADDISON | COMEDY REVIEW
*** "His observations would undoubtedly brighten up any evening at the pub, but as a stand-up performance, you find yourself waiting for a pay-off that's only intermittently delivered."
GARAGE COMEDY CLUB FEAT. DAN ANTOPOLSKI | LIVE REVIEW
Dan Antopolski Garage Comedy Club, Swansea. Tue 9 Feb **** The comedy night at the Garage, curated by young stand up comic Ben Jenkins (a star opener on the night), …
COMEDY REVIEW: COLLINGS AND HERRIN PODCAST LIVE
St David’s Hall, Cardiff | Thurs 21 January I’m slightly concerned about something: one of my mannerisms has become the basis for comedy. Secret dancing – you know that sort …