BCG Pro Features

Finishing your first draft

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:00 GMT

Finishing scripts is crucial if you want to progress your writing career.

My Comedy Career: Esyllt Sears

Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00 GMT

Writer and performer Esyllt Sears talks eloquently here about the need to juggle multiple jobs to be able to work in the arts.

Script to screen: developing a sitcom

Thu, 21 May 2026 09:00 GMT

We outline the process of developing a sitcom from script to screen. Here is what a new writer can expect.

My Comedy Career: Paul Tonkinson

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00 GMT

Paul Tonkinson has been a professional stand-up comedian since the 1990s. As you'll read in this interview, he has developed a healthy approach to work and how to navigate the financial ups-and-downs of being a comic.

What your treatment needs to say

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:00 GMT

Working on a treatment? Here are the questions it needs to answer.

Starting and ending scenes

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00 GMT

Here are some simple, practical insights into starting and ending scenes.

Sitcom and comedy drama: what a wonderful world

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00 GMT

Writer, script consultant and BCG Pro editor Tim Dawson considers your narrative comedy's world.

Jon Petrie's BBC Comedy Festival 2026 speech

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:20 GMT

Speaking at the BBC Comedy Festival 2026 the BBC Director of Comedy, Jon Petrie, said: "The case for comedy is stronger than it is often given credit for". You can read his speech in full here.

Your first gig

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:00 GMT

You've booked your first open mic. Now what?

Narrative comedy scripts: a word on dialogue

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:00 GMT

Micheál Jacob discusses the principles of sitcom and comedy drama dialogue.

The Comedy Doctor on cliffhangers

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00 GMT

The Comedy Doctor answers a question from a member wondering how to end their sitcom script.

Comedy writers, stop making these mistakes!

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00 GMT

Writer, script consultant and BCG Pro editor Tim Dawson outlines some simple mistakes all new sitcom and comedy drama writers should try to avoid.

Conflict: the engine of comedy

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00 GMT

Every sitcom and comedy drama script needs conflict - and, yes, that includes yours.

The Comedy Doctor on sitcom titles

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:00 GMT

The Comedy Doctor answers a question from a member who is worried about the title of their script.

From stage to page: my writing journey

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00 GMT

Writer and BCG Pro competition winner Ollie George Clark explains how he went from comedy writing to publishing a novel.

BCG Pro Sessions video: Nev Fountain

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:00 GMT

A video interview with Nev Fountain, who works as a lead writer on Dead Ringers and is a senior writer at Private Eye. Nev offers up lots of great insight and advice on sketch writing in this 30 minute chat.

Magners Share The Craic comedy search launched

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:26 GMT

Cider brand Magners is launching Share The Craic, a competition with heats in Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Glasgow and London. The winner will win a run at Underbelly's Wee Coo at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Bard Education: Shakespeare and comedy writing

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00 GMT

On Shakespeare's birthday, Dave Cohen considers what the Bard can teach comedy writers.

Jargon busting: more terms demystified

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:00 GMT

We demystify three more terms that you are likely to encounter as comedy writers.

The Comedy Doctor on moving to London

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:00 GMT

The Comedy Doctor answers a question from a member wondering if they should move to London.