Comedy Central on the Mind
Comedy and mental health. Are they as natural together as toast and Nutella? There’s a long-held belief in the creative industry that copywriters are alcoholics. I haven’t done a massive amount to shake off that stereotype, to be honest. I was given several litres of vodka for Christmas. By family members. At least it was […]
Jo Brand hosts Mind Media Awards 2015
Funny Women favourite Jo Brand hosted this year’s Mind Media Awards, honouring the best portrayals and reporting of mental health in the media. This year’s winners included 24 Hours in A&E, the Sunday Mirror and Channel 4 News. Celebrity guests Frankie Bridge, Matt Johnson and Gail Porter celebrated broadcasters, bloggers and journalists who have, through strong, […]
Sick of the Fringe!
For lovers of comedy, cabaret and drama the Edinburgh Fringe seems like their idea of heaven. And it is. However, it can also be incredibly demanding. In recognition of this a new programme funded by the Wellcome Trust called The Sick of the Fringe will invite all the performers exhausted by the festival. The Sick of […]
