SNL UK Gets a Bigger Series Two: What Sky’s Renewal Means for British Comedy
The renewal in numbers Sky and Universal Television Alternative Studio confirmed a 12-episode second run of SNL UK on 7 May 2026. The new series…
Grassroots Comedy Goes to Westminster: What the LCA’s Parliamentary Push Means for UK Comics and Venues
Why Westminster is suddenly listening The Live Comedy Association (LCA) will host MPs and peers at the Houses of Parliament in June. The invitation-only event…
Glee Clubs Sign Free Speech Charter: UK Comedy’s New Booking Line
Why Britain’s biggest comedy chain just picked a side On 30 April 2026, the Glee Clubs became the first major UK comedy chain to sign…
Wanda Sykes Filmed Legacy at Her HBCU: A Production Template Working Comics Should Steal
The homecoming play On 19 May 2026, Netflix releases Wanda Sykes Legacy, her third stand-up special for the streamer. The hour was filmed at Hampton…
The Live Roast Boom: What Kevin Hart’s Netflix Hot Seat Says About Stand-Up’s Big-Stage Era
Why Sunday’s roast matters more than the punchlines Kevin Hart takes the hot seat on Sunday 10 May at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.…
Mock The Week’s Summer Bonus: What the TLC Comeback Says About Panel Shows in 2026
A free-to-air comeback finds extra room Mock The Week is back for an extra summer run. Warner Bros. Discovery announced on 6 May that TLC…
Edinburgh Fringe Lineup 2026: What the May Programme Drop Tells Working Comics
The May programme drop in detail On 5 May 2026 the Gilded Balloon revealed 88 further shows for August’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The same afternoon…
BBC Comedy Festival Heads to Liverpool: What Free Tickets and Regional Rotation Mean for Working Comics
Why Liverpool, why now The BBC Comedy Festival 2026 arrives at the Royal Court Theatre on 13 and 14 May. It is the fifth edition…
Josh Johnson’s HBO Bet: Why Evergreen Comedy Still Wins the Special Slot
Josh Johnson uploaded 38 hours of topical stand-up to YouTube in 2025. On 22 May 2026, HBO will premiere his first hour-long network special, Symphony,…
Gorilla Comedy+ Launches: What a Stand-Up Streaming Service Means for Working Comics
A niche streamer steps into a crowded room 800 Pound Gorilla Media flips the switch on Gorilla Comedy+ today, 5 May 2026. The Nashville-based label…