Live comedy is decimated, careers cut short : Correspondents 2020 : Chortle : The UK Comedy Guide
BBC comedy chief Shane Allen on why the Corporation set up a Comedy Association British comedy is one of our greatest cultural triumphs exported the world over; from Chaplin to Fleabag it’s something we’re exceptional at. Laughter is one of life’s great joys - it unites and connects us, benefits mental health and defines our national character. Yet British comedy is facing unprecedented challenges. BBC Comedy has evolved to meet the needs of a comedy landscape transformed by the US stream...
Source: chortle.co.uk