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Glasgow Times
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Live at the Apollo star to headline Glasgow comedy event
Jake Lambert, known for his appearances on BBC's Live at the Apollo, is set to headline the Patter Merchants Comedy Clash in Glasgow on June 22. The annual Epilepsy Scotland fundraising event will take place at the at The Stand Comedy Club, with doors set to open at 7:30 PM and the show due to begin at 8.30pm. The programme has an age restriction of 18 and over. Jake, 33, has quickly risen to become one of the UK's up-and-coming comedic talents. Dubbed "a joke machine" by The Telegraph owing to his lively storytelling, the comedian boasts more than 500 million views across his online videos. His reputation has been further solidified with three consecutive sell-out performances at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Read more: Ricky Gervais' comedy talent search coming to Glasgow with £5k prize Now, the young star is on an international tour with his acclaimed show, The Sunshine Kid, which will continue throughout 2025. Outside renowned comic platforms like Live at the Apollo, he has appeared on Comedy Central's Live From The Comedy Store, Comedy Central Live, UKTV's Rosie Jones's Disability Comedy Extravaganza, and is a regular on The Apprentice. Lambert shares hosting roles with fellow comedian George Lewis on their popular podcast Save It For The Podcast. The comedian has backed comedy giants such as Michael McIntyre, Jack Dee, Romesh Ranganathan, and Kerry Godliman, performing at arenas and theatres worldwide. Others gracing the Comedy Clash stage include award-winning hip-hop comedian MC Hammersmith, local favorite Gary Little, and veteran host Raymond Mearns. The event is set to offer comedy lovers an evening of exceptional entertainment whilst supporting an important cause with the entirety of ticket sales, minus booking fees, used to support Epilepsy Scotland. More information, including how to book tickets can be found online here: Read more: River City and Two Doors Down stars to bring 'amazing chemistry' to new tour The nationwide charity strives to improve the lives of those affected by epilepsy in Scotland. It provides direct support services, campaigns, and policy engagement, and offers training to both professionals and the public. Over the years, Epilepsy Scotland has offered a voice to the 80,000 Scots living with this condition. It also works to challenge the societal stigma surrounding epilepsy and to elevate public consciousness about the condition. The charity remains devoted to breaking down barriers, educating the public, and improving care and understanding.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Comedian to bring Edinburgh Fringe show to Oxford
A comedian nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award in 2023 will take his newest show on the road later this year. Ian Smith will tour the UK with his latest stand-up hour, Foot Spa Half Empty, from the end of 2025 until March 2026. The show will arrive at The Glee Club in Oxford on February 26, 2026, after Mr Smith takes it to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival later this year. Ian Smith will perform in Oxford next year (Image: Matt Stronge) Ian Smith will perform in Oxford next year (Image: Matt Stronge) Foot Spa Half Empty explores Mr Smith's attempts to relax, his Northern identity, and the everyday stresses of life. Mr Smith, who grew up in the north of England but has spent years living in London, jokes about the tension between his roots and his slow drift towards the middle-class. The show has been described by Fest, who awarded it four stars, as "an outstanding and stressed-out hour of stand-up". Ian Smith will perform in Oxford next year (Image: Matt Stronge) Mr Smith is known for his appearances on TV shows Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You, and The Stand Up Sketch Show. He is the co-host of the Northern News podcast and is also a regular voice on BBC Radio 4. His 2023 Edinburgh Fringe show, Crushing, was named one of The Guardian's Top 10 Comedy Shows of the year and one of British Comedy Guide's Top 50 Shows of 2023. His tour will begin at Soho Theatre in November and continue until March next year.
Scotsman
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Taskmaster cast: who is in series 19
Full cast for Taskmaster series 19 and where you know them from 📺 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Taskmaster features some familiar faces in Series 19. It includes the show's very first American. But where do you know the cast from? Taskmaster is back with another episode in a matter of hours and the comedians will face their first team task. The line-up was announced earlier this year but fans are finally getting to see them in action. Channel 4 has confirmed the start time for the latest instalment from Series 19. Find out how you can watch it today (May 8). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne will be casting their eyes over another batch of comedians this season. But who is taking part in series 19? Who is in the line-up for Taskmaster series 19? It is quite the mix of comedians who are facing the Taskmaster judges this season. And for the very first time there is an American competing on the show. The full line-up includes: Fatiha El-Ghorri Jason Mantzoukas Mathew Baynton Rosie Ramsey Stevie Martin Where do you know the Taskmaster cast from? Taskmaster series 19 | Channel 4 The line-up for series 19 includes plenty of familiar faces. But you might not be quite able to pinpoint where you recognise them from. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fatiha El-Ghorri If you are a regular watcher of Live at the Apollo on the BBC, then you may have seen Fatiha performing on it in the past. She was also part of the cast for the second series of the Dave comedy game show Outsiders in 2022. You may have also heard her on podcasts such as Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster as well as The Guilty Feminist. Jason Mantzoukas A familiar face in hit comedy shows over the last decade, Jason has had memorable roles in Brooklyn Nine-Nine - where he played Adrian Pimento - and The Good Place (as Derek Hofstetler). He also voices characters in Netflix's Big Mouth including Jay Bilzerian. For those with a longer memory, you may recall him as the wildcard character Rafi in The League. While he also had a role in the Sacha Baron Cohen film The Dictator - playing Nadal. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mathew Baynton A familiar face to fans of British TV comedy, Mathew has been part of the cast for Horrible Histories, Yonderland and most recently Ghosts. He also starred in The Wrong Mans alongside James Corden in the early 2010s. Mathew also played the lead role of William Shakespeare in the 2015 film Bill. And he was Felix in the 2023 hit movie Wonka. Rosie Ramsey Rosie is best known for her podcast Sh**ged. Married. Annoyed which she co-hosts alongside her husband - fellow comedian - Chris Ramsey. The show has been a huge hit since releasing its first episode in 2019 and they have toured the UK with it in the past. Stevie Martin Stevie is a comedian, podcaster and actor who you may have seen on other popular panel shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats - also on Channel 4. She has also had roles in shows like the BBC/ HBO comedy Starstruck. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Scotsman
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Taskmaster cast: who is in series 19
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Full cast for Taskmaster series 19 and where you know them from 📺 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Taskmaster features some familiar faces in Series 19. It includes the show's very first American. But where do you know the cast from? Taskmaster is back with another episode in a matter of hours and the comedians will face their first team task. The line-up was announced earlier this year but fans are finally getting to see them in action. Channel 4 has confirmed the start time for the latest instalment from Series 19. Find out how you can watch it today (May 8). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne will be casting their eyes over another batch of comedians this season. But who is taking part in series 19? Who is in the line-up for Taskmaster series 19? It is quite the mix of comedians who are facing the Taskmaster judges this season. And for the very first time there is an American competing on the show. The full line-up includes: Fatiha El-Ghorri Jason Mantzoukas Mathew Baynton Rosie Ramsey Stevie Martin Where do you know the Taskmaster cast from? Taskmaster series 19 | Channel 4 The line-up for series 19 includes plenty of familiar faces. But you might not be quite able to pinpoint where you recognise them from. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fatiha El-Ghorri If you are a regular watcher of Live at the Apollo on the BBC, then you may have seen Fatiha performing on it in the past. She was also part of the cast for the second series of the Dave comedy game show Outsiders in 2022. You may have also heard her on podcasts such as Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster as well as The Guilty Feminist. Jason Mantzoukas A familiar face in hit comedy shows over the last decade, Jason has had memorable roles in Brooklyn Nine-Nine - where he played Adrian Pimento - and The Good Place (as Derek Hofstetler). He also voices characters in Netflix's Big Mouth including Jay Bilzerian. For those with a longer memory, you may recall him as the wildcard character Rafi in The League. While he also had a role in the Sacha Baron Cohen film The Dictator - playing Nadal. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mathew Baynton A familiar face to fans of British TV comedy, Mathew has been part of the cast for Horrible Histories, Yonderland and most recently Ghosts. He also starred in The Wrong Mans alongside James Corden in the early 2010s. Mathew also played the lead role of William Shakespeare in the 2015 film Bill. And he was Felix in the 2023 hit movie Wonka. Rosie Ramsey Rosie is best known for her podcast Sh**ged. Married. Annoyed which she co-hosts alongside her husband - fellow comedian - Chris Ramsey. The show has been a huge hit since releasing its first episode in 2019 and they have toured the UK with it in the past. Stevie Martin Stevie is a comedian, podcaster and actor who you may have seen on other popular panel shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats - also on Channel 4. She has also had roles in shows like the BBC/ HBO comedy Starstruck. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
RTÉ News
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Comedian Milton Jones reveals he has prostate cancer and cancels tour dates
Comedian Milton Jones has revealed he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and has cancelled a number of tour dates as he undergoes surgery. The 60-year-old, who is known for his appearances on Mock the Week, said his cancer was treatable. He added that a number of further tour dates would be rescheduled. In an Instagram post, Jones said: "Thanks for your support and respecting my privacy during this time. "This decision has not been taken lightly, trust me. "Abnormal service will resume as soon as possible and I'm looking forward to being back out on the road again soon - though probably not on a bike!" Jones said cancelling the shows was a "difficult decision". He said he would be "undergoing surgery soon", adding that he would "need time afterwards to fully recover". Olympic cyclist Chris Hoy, who has stage four cancer after his prostate cancer spread, was among those responding to Jones's post, saying: "Really sorry to hear it mate, best of luck." Fellow comedian Al Murray said: "All the best Milton for a speedy recovery." Announcing the cancellation, Jones said: "I'm so sorry about this but I need to announce the cancellation of several dates from my ongoing Ha!Milton Tour. "Ticket holders for the cancelled shows will be contacted directly by the venue box office." Jones said all of the dates currently planned for autumn would be unaffected. Prostate cancer develops slowly, so there may be no signs for years, but signs may include an increased need to urinate, straining while urinating, and a feeling that the bladder has not fully emptied. Jones's career has seen him perform on Live at the Apollo, Lee Mack's All Star Cast, and Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow.
