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BBC New Comedy Awards 2025 Launches Six Regional Heats Across UK
The Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2025 have announced their shortlists, highlighting rising comedic talents such as John Tothill and Ada and Bron, with winners to be revealed at a ceremony on August 23. In parallel, the ISH Edinburgh Comedy Awards, an alternative prize, released their nominees featuring comedians like Jordan Brookes and Jo Caulfield, showcasing a variety of comedic styles. Meanwhile, the BBC New Comedy Awards 2025 is celebrating its 30th anniversary with six regional heats across the UK, including Newcastle, Bristol, Birmingham, London, Glasgow, and Belfast, where five comedians per heat compete for a place in the Grand Final. The heats will be hosted and judged by prominent comedians, with Fatiha El-Ghorri serving as Head Judge, and the final event will be held in Bradford, UK City of Culture 2025, and broadcast on BBC One. Tickets for these regional heats are free and available to the public, offering audiences a chance to witness emerging comedy stars live. These events collectively continue the tradition of discovering and celebrating new comedic talent across the UK.


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