BBC New Comedy Awards

20114 seriesEntertainment / Comedy
Available on
BBC Three

Follows the BBC's competition to find new comedy talent from across the United Kingdom. Over a number of rounds, comedians compete to show they could be the next breakout comedy star. In the process, they hope to follow in the footsteps of former winners including Julian Barratt, Nina Conti, Rhod Gilbert and Lucy Beaumont. However, in order to have any chance of being successful they will have to ensure that they are at the top of their game and are ready with an original routine that will leave the judges suitably impressed.

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Episode 1Deptford

Thaniya Moore hosts the first heat at The Albany in London. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 2Exeter

Jayde Adams hosts from the Corn Exchange in Exeter. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 3Derry

Irish stand-up Catherine Bohart is the host at the Guildhall in Derry. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 4Kilmarnock

Christopher MacArthur-Boyd hosts the latest heat from Kilmarnock in East Ayrshire. Contains very strong language.

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Episode 5Middlesbrough

Lauren Pattison hosts the latest heat from Middlesbrough Town Hall. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 6Coventry

Josh Pugh hosts the sixth heat from The Box at FarGo Village, Coventry. Contains some strong language.

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