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Australian audio comedy series snapped up by the BBC

A half-hour narrative sci-fi comedy series originally crowdfunded for digital download will soon air on BBC Radio 4.

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How to write a comedy show: 24 comedians reveal their secrets

Comedy festival season is in full swing, so we asked a few comedians to share their creative processes and tips…

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Review: Stephen K Amos – Bread and Circuses

Amos has the sort of commanding presence and confidence that could only have come from years of working the circuit.

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Review: Comedy Zone Asia

A worthy reminder that making people laugh is indeed a global phenomenon, not just restricted to privileged first world white…

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No laughing matter: comedy in the wake of #MeToo

The #MeToo movement has revealed the widespread extent of sexual harassment, and brought down comedy legends like Louis CK. What…

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Joh for PM: A Musical Comedy

Joh for PM is a show that demands attention. As a musical centred on a political figure, it is a…

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What's hot in comedy in 2017

From comedians who deliberately make you sad to a new wave of feminist humour, comedy festivals are the perfect time…

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Deadly funny - a new brand of Australian comedy

By laughing at themselves, Indigenous comedians demonstrate an insightful pride in their own cultural heritage.

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Why we need to get serious about comedy

No one doubts Shakespeare's comedies are art but contemporary comedians are often dismissed in discussions of cultural value.

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Winners are grinners at Comedy Festival awards

A range of awards were presented at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival on Saturday including the prestigious Barry Award.

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