Radio 2's Comedy Showcase

Father Figure is a fast-paced sitcom written by Jason Byrne [following two series of his eponymous Radio 2 show], with additional material by Andrew Collins (6 Music presenter and champion of 1983, whose writing credits include the BBC One sitcom Not Going Out].

It stars Jason Byrne, as well as Sharon Horgan [Pulling], Pauline Mclynn [Father Ted], Michael Smiley [Spaced], Paul Putner [Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle], and West End star Paul Nicholas [Just Good Friends].

The series showcases an array of comic talent, including Simon Nye, Caroline Quentin, Mathew Horne, Kevin Eldon, Stewart Lee, Liza Tarbuck, Tim Minchin, Miriam Margolyes, Michael Kitchen, and Rhys Thomas.Brand new comedies, written especially for Radio 2.

The series showcases an array of comic talent, including SIMON NYE, CAROLINE QUENTIN, MATHEW HORNE, KEVIN ELDON, STEWART LEE, LIZA TARBUCK, TIM MINCHIN, MIRIAM MARGOLYES, Michael Kitchen, and RHYS THOMAS.Father Figure is a fast-paced sitcom written by JASON BYRNE [following two series of his eponymous Radio 2 show], with additional material by ANDREW COLLINS (6 Music presenter and champion of 1983, whose writing credits include the BBC One sitcom Not Going Out].

JASON BYRNE experiences a disastrous first day as a house husband.Brand new comedies, written especially for Radio 2.

In the first of five brand new comedies, written especially for Radio 2, Jason Byrne experiences a disastrous first day as a house husband.Brand new comedies, written especially for Radio 2.

Roland Darvelle's Hotel, Pub and Murder Guides are a real must have for those looking for the perfect weekend break.

Most of the hotels, pubs and inns Darvelle visits across the UK are jolly nice...but others are not.

They have toilets that don't flush, beds made of Sticklebricks and bath towels as rough as crisps.

Others, hold secrets and lies, intrigue and murder...

Starring Rhys Thomas, Michael Kitchen, Miriam Margolyes, Debbie Chazen, Alex Lowe, Lucy Montgomery, Matt Berry and Nigel Hastings, with a special appearance by Richard Madeley

Roland Darvelle's Hotel, Pub and Murder Guides are a real must have for those looking for the perfect weekend break. Most of the hotels, pubs and inns Darvelle visits across the UK are jolly nice...but others are not. They have toilets that don't flush, beds made of Sticklebricks and bath towels as rough as crisps. Others, hold secrets and lies, intrigue and murder...

Starring Rhys Thomas, Michael Kitchen, Miriam Margolyes, Debbie Chazen, Alex Lowe, Lucy Montgomery, Matt Berry and Nigel Hastings, with a special appearance by Richard Madeley.

A new comedy written by Rhys Thomas, who stars with Michael Kitchen and Miriam Margolyes.

Mathew plays Alex, a cinema manager, who's struggling to drum up excitement for a new Swedish art-house film.

Unfortunately neither the public nor the staff seem to be the slightest bit interested.

On top of that, Alex has to contend with the drunken ramblings of the cinema's elderly owner, Mrs Duke (Caroline Quentin) and the amorous advances of Jane (Mel Hudson), a former arsonist who owns the cafe next door.

Also starring Phil Cornwell, Antonia Campbell-hughes, Michael Shelford and Keely Beresford

The second comedy, in this brand new series for Radio 2, is written by Simon Nye and stars Caroline Quentin and Mathew Horne.

Mathew plays Alex, a cinema manager, who's struggling to drum up excitement for a new Swedish art-house film. Unfortunately neither the public nor the staff seem to be the slightest bit interested. On top of that, Alex has to contend with the drunken ramblings of the cinema's elderly owner, Mrs Duke (Caroline Quentin) and the amorous advances of Jane (Mel Hudson), a former arsonist who owns the cafe next door.

Also starring Phil Cornwell, Antonia Campbell-Hughes, Michael Shelford and Keely Beresford.

Sitcom set in a provincial cinema, written by Simon Nye and starring Caroline Quentin.

Sitcom set in a provincial cinema, written by Simon Nye and starring Caroline Quentin and Mathew Horne.

Mathew plays Alex, a cinema manager, who's struggling to drum up excitement for a new Swedish art-house film. Unfortunately neither the public nor the staff seem to be the slightest bit interested. On top of that, Alex has to contend with the drunken ramblings of the cinema's elderly owner, Mrs Duke (Caroline Quentin) and the amorous advances of Jane (Mel Hudson), a former arsonist who owns the caf? next door.

Mathew plays Alex, a cinema manager, who's struggling to drum up excitement for a new Swedish art-house film. Unfortunately neither the public nor the staff seem to be the slightest bit interested. On top of that, Alex has to contend with the drunken ramblings of the cinema's elderly owner, Mrs Duke (Caroline Quentin) and the amorous advances of Jane (Mel Hudson), a former arsonist who owns the caf退 next door.

Mathew plays Alex, a cinema manager, who's struggling to drum up excitement for a new Swedish art-house film. Unfortunately neither the public nor the staff seem to be the slightest bit interested. On top of that, Alex has to contend with the drunken ramblings of the cinema's elderly owner, Mrs Duke (Caroline Quentin) and the amorous advances of Jane (Mel Hudson), a former arsonist who owns the café next door.

Kevin Eldon and Liza Tarbuck star as a poet in a mid-life crisis and the girlfriend attempting to shake him out of his torpor. Will going on a road trip get creative juices flowing and end his writer's block?

This one-off sitcom was written by Kevin and script-edited by Stewart Lee. It first broadcast on Radio 2 in May 2010, as part of the station's ongoing Comedy Showcase series.

Can poet Paul Hamilton end a mid-life crisis on holiday with his girlfriend?

Will going on a road trip get creative juices flowing and end his writers block? This one-off sitcom has been written by Kevin and script-edited by Stewart Lee.

A one-off sitcom, written by and starring Kevin Eldon, with Liza Tarbuck

Kevin Eldon and Liza Tarbuck star as a poet in a mid-life crisis and the girlfriend attempting to shake him out of his torpor. Will going on a road trip get creative juices flowing and end his writers block? This one-off sitcom has been written by Kevin and script-edited by Stewart Lee.

A one-off sitcom, written by and starring Kevin Eldon, with Liza Tarbuck.

TIM MINCHIN plays Jonny, lead singer of rock band Perspex, who's left everything behind him in Australia in pursuit of fame.

Blasting onto the music scene with their hit single Shag With The Stereo On, Perspex are on the cusp of becoming famous.

A garrulous Glaswegian A&R man will make sure of that.

But Jonny is fighting against a feeling of being unfulfilled.

A chance encounter with Verity, the beautiful lead singer of Christian pop band, In-X-Chelseas, ignites Jonny's interest.

Worlds apart but undeniably drawn to each other, will their connection lead Jonny to redemption, or supply him with the suffering he craves to create great rock.

Strings contains original songs written by TIM MINCHIN and performed by Perspex.

It also stars PETER SERAFINOWICZ, Will Adamsdale, Rosalie Craig, EMILY WATSON HOWES, DAN ANTOPOLSKI, Lizzie Roper and LEWIS MCLEOD.

A new comedy, written by and starring TIM MINCHIN, about a rock band on the cusp of fame.

Another chance to hear TIM MINCHIN play Jonny, lead singer of rock band Perspex, in the comedy he wrote for Radio 2.

Strings was part of Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series, which has featured a diverse array of talent including MATHEW HORNE and RICHARD WILSON

The struggles of rock band singer Jonny, who leaves Australia in pursuit of fame.

Blasting onto the music scene with their hit single Shag With The Stereo On, Perspex are on the cusp of becoming famous. A garrulous Glaswegian A&R man will make sure of that. But Jonny is fighting against a feeling of being unfulfilled.

A chance encounter with Verity, the beautiful lead singer of Christian pop band, In-X-Chelseas, ignites Jonny's interest. Worlds apart but undeniably drawn to each other, will their connection lead Jonny to redemption, or supply him with the suffering he craves to create great rock.

Strings contains original songs written by TIM MINCHIN and performed by Perspex. It also stars PETER SERAFINOWICZ, WILL ADAMSDALE, Rosalie Craig, EMILY WATSON HOWES, DAN ANTOPOLSKI, LIZZIE ROPER and Lewis McLeod.

Another chance to hear Tim Minchin's comedy about a rock band on the cusp of fame.

This brand new comedy, written by and starring Tim Minchin, is the final pilot in the special sitcom series for Radio 2. Tim Minchin plays Jonny, lead singer of rock band Perspex, who's left everything behind him in Australia in pursuit of fame.

Blasting onto the music scene with their hit single Shag With The Stereo On, Perspex are on the cusp of becoming famous. A garrulous Glaswegian A&R man will make sure of that. But Jonny is fighting against a feeling of being unfulfilled. A chance encounter with Verity, the beautiful lead singer of Christian pop band, In-X-Chelseas, ignites Jonny's interest. Worlds apart but undeniably drawn to each other, will their connection lead Jonny to redemption, or supply him with the suffering he craves to create great rock.

Strings was part of Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series, which has featured a diverse array of talent including Mathew Horne and Richard Wilson.

Blasting onto the music scene with their hit single Shag With The Stereo On, Perspex are on the cusp of becoming famous. A garrulous Glaswegian AandR man will make sure of that. But Jonny is fighting against a feeling of being unfulfilled.

AKA Tim Minchin, Strings

The pair will do funny impressions - if Alex can twist Alistair's arm that is.

And there are sketches with Barry From Watford, the elderly lifestyle guru from Steve Wright In The Afternoon; and Steven McMurdoch, Scotland's number one home computer expert.

This comedy pilot is written principally by Alex and Alistair along with Ashley Blaker, Paul Putner, Jon-Luke Roberts, Jon Hunter and Holly Walsh, Joel Morris and Jason Hazeley.

Sketches, monlogues and comedy banter with Alex Lowe and special guest Alistair Mcgowan

The pair will do funny impressions - if Alex can twist Alistair's arm that is. And there are sketches with Barry From Watford, the elderly lifestyle guru from Steve Wright In The Afternoon; and Steven McMurdoch, Scotland's number one home computer expert.

Sketches, monlogues and comedy banter with Alex Lowe and special guest Alistair McGowan.

The pair are currently preparing for their third show together at the Edinburgh Fringe (August).

Diane and Joe take their inspiration from every day life and successfully combine the mundane with the surreal with hilarious results!

This is part of BBC Radio 2's Comedy Showcase and was recorded without the aid of a studio audience.

It's just Diane and Joe in a radio studio, with some great comedy writing and sound effects.

As well as ear-catching sketches the show features their side-splitting banter.

This show demonstrates that less is more when it comes to radio comedy.

All the listener needs to do is sit back, relax and enjoy!

Two Episodes of Mash' are clearly destined for greatness!

Credits:Joe Wilkinson - since embarking on his stand-up career in 2004 Joe has earned critical acclaim supporting Alan Carr and Russell Howard on tour.

Diane Morgan - originally from Bolton, Lancashire, Diane is a trained actress and acclaimed stand up.

TV credits include Peter Kay's 'Phoenix Nights' and Ken Campbell's 'Warp Experience'.

Producer: Clair Wordsworth

Sound: Gary Newman

Another chance to hear the comedy sketch show written by, and starring, acclaimed stand up comedians Diane Morgan and Joe Wilkinson.

Diane and Joe take their inspiration from every day life, successfully combining the mundane with the surreal.

The show features comedy banter and ear-catching sketches such as Fly in the Car, Bees and Secret Agent 00-9062.

Since embarking on his stand-up career in 2004 Joe Wilkinson has earned critical acclaim supporting Alan Carr and Russell Howard on tour.

Originally from Bolton, Lancashire, Diane Morgan is a trained actress and acclaimed stand up.

Her TV credits include Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights and Ken Campbell's Warp Experience.

Two Episodes Of Mash was part of Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series, which has featured a diverse array of talent including Mathew Horne and Tim Minchin.

It was recorded without a studio audience - just Diane and Joe in a radio studio, with some great comedy writing and sound effects.

Two Episodes of Mash was produced by Clair Wordsworth.

A comedy sketch show written by, and starring, Diane Morgan and Joe Wilkinson

Diane and Joe take their inspiration from every day life, successfully combining the mundane with the surreal. The show features comedy banter and ear-catching sketches such as Fly in the Car, Bees and Secret Agent 00-9062.

Since embarking on his stand-up career in 2004 JOE WILKINSON has earned critical acclaim supporting ALAN CARR and RUSSELL HOWARD on tour. Originally from Bolton, Lancashire, DIANE MORGAN is a trained actress and acclaimed stand up. Her TV credits include PETER KAY's Phoenix Nights and KEN CAMPBELL's Warp Experience.

Two Episodes Of Mash was part of Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series, which has featured a diverse array of talent including MATHEW HORNE and TIM MINCHIN. It was recorded without a studio audience - just Diane and Joe in a radio studio, with some great comedy writing and sound effects. Two Episodes of Mash was produced by CLAIR WORDSWORTH.

Two Episodes of Mash' is a comedy sketch show written and starring acclaimed stand up comedians Diane Morgan and Joe Wilkinson. The pair are currently preparing for their third show together at the Edinburgh Fringe (August). Diane and Joe take their inspiration from every day life and successfully combine the mundane with the surreal with hilarious results!

This is part of BBC Radio 2's Comedy Showcase and was recorded without the aid of a studio audience. It's just Diane and Joe in a radio studio, with some great comedy writing and sound effects. As well as ear-catching sketches the show features their side-splitting banter. This show demonstrates that less is more when it comes to radio comedy. All the listener needs to do is sit back, relax and enjoy!

Diane Morgan - originally from Bolton, Lancashire, Diane is a trained actress and acclaimed stand up. TV credits include Peter Kay's 'Phoenix Nights' and Ken Campbell's 'Warp Experience'.

Two Episodes of Mash': comedy sketch show with Diane Morgan and Joe Wilkinson.

A comedy sketch show written by, and starring, Diane Morgan and Joe Wilkinson.

'Two Episodes of Mash': comedy sketch show with Diane Morgan and Joe Wilkinson.'

He's egocentric, vain, manipulative, misogynistic, crass, paranoid and generally unpleasant man.

Consequently, he's had quite a promising media career!

But he still doesn't have the success he feels he deserves.

He's the much-loved presenter of the only - well almost the only - consumer programme on the radio.

But his nemesis has arrived [played by Green Wing's Michelle Gomez].

The show's becoming a double-header and his new co-star is younger, more attractive and already more successful than him.

And she's actually human as well.

The Sharp End was written by the comedians Ian Stone and Tom Craine, who also star as the producer and cub reporter unfortunate enough to work with Anthony.

Another chance to hear Alistair Mcgowan star as Anthony Sharp, the consumer affairs host from hell.

He's egocentric, vain, manipulative, misogynistic, crass, paranoid and a generally unpleasant man.

It was first broadcast in June 2010, as part of Radio 2's continuing Comedy Showcase series.

Alistair Mcgowan stars in this pilot sitcom about a consumer affairs radio host from hell.

Another chance to hear ALISTAIR MCGOWAN star as Anthony Sharp, the consumer affairs host from hell. He's egocentric, vain, manipulative, misogynistic, crass, paranoid and a generally unpleasant man. Consequently, he's had quite a promising media career!

But he still doesn't have the success he feels he deserves. He's the much-loved presenter of the only - well almost the only - consumer programme on the radio. But his nemesis has arrived [played by Green Wing's MICHELLE GOMEZ]. The show's becoming a double-header and his new co-star is younger, more attractive and already more successful than him. And she's actually human as well.

The Sharp End was written by the comedians IAN STONE and TOM CRAINE, who also star as the producer and cub reporter unfortunate enough to work with Anthony. It was first broadcast in June 2010, as part of Radio 2's continuing Comedy Showcase series.

Alistair McGowan stars as Anthony Sharp, the consumer affairs host from hell. He's egocentric, vain, manipulative, misogynistic, crass, paranoid and generally unpleasant man. Consequently, he's had quite a promising media career!

The Sharp End was written by the comedians Ian Stone and Tom Craine, who also star as the producer and cub reporter unfortunate enough to work with Anthony. It continues Radio 2's season of pilots, which are showcasing a diverse array of comic talent including Mathew Horne and Tim Minchin.

Frank used to be a Latin teacher and he used to be married.

Frank used to be a lot of things, but now he drives a mini-cab in order to make ends meet.

To add to Frank's woes his ex-wife Barbara, is the cab controller at the firm where he works.

Barbara left Frank for local businessman Derek, who owns Town and Country cars, and the mini-cabbing job was a favour to Frank.

But it now means he spends more time than ever with Barbara, a situation that pleases no one.

And then there's his feckless, layabout son Sean [RALF LITTLE] who slobs around the house and resolutely refuses to get a job.

In this episode, Frank is forced to act as a budget hearse whilst trying to arrange a meeting with a Russian oligarch, who wants a tutor for his son.

Could this be his escape route out of the vulgar world of mini-cabbing and back to the refined vocation of teaching the classics? And, more importantly, will Barbara ever get the coffee machine fixed?

Fare Trade was written by JOHN LANGDON and stars RICHARD WILSON as Frank, JULIA DEAKIN as Barbara, RALF LITTLE as Sean, DOMINIC COLEMAN as Dave and RUPERT DEGAS as Derek.

RICHARD WILSON stars as a frustrated taxi driver who thinks he's too good for his job.

It was first broadcast on Radio 2 in December 2010.

Frank used to be a Latin teacher and he used to be married. Frank used to be a lot of things, but now he drives a mini-cab in order to make ends meet. To add to Frank's woes his ex-wife Barbara, is the cab controller at the firm where he works.

Barbara left Frank for local businessman Derek, who owns Town and Country cars, and the mini-cabbing job was a favour to Frank. But it now means he spends more time than ever with Barbara, a situation that pleases no one. And then there's his feckless, layabout son Sean [RALF LITTLE] who slobs around the house and resolutely refuses to get a job.

In this episode, Frank is forced to act as a budget hearse whilst trying to arrange a meeting with a Russian oligarch, who wants a tutor for his son. Could this be his escape route out of the vulgar world of mini-cabbing and back to the refined vocation of teaching the classics? And, more importantly, will Barbara ever get the coffee machine fixed?

Fare Trade was written by JOHN LANGDON and stars RICHARD WILSON as Frank, JULIA DEAKIN as Barbara, RALF LITTLE as Sean, DOMINIC COLEMAN as Dave and RUPERT DEGAS as Derek. It was first broadcast on Radio 2 in December 2010.

The all-star cast also sees CLIVE ANDERSON playing an egomaniac chat show host, while ANDY PARSONS appears as a policeman.

And fresh from hit comedy series, The Inbetweeners, EMILY HEAD takes her first radio role.

When Ricky's scruffy Scouser, Leo, accosts Martine's careerist radio producer, Katherine, in the street, sparks fly.

Convinced she's being stalked, Katherine just can't shake him.

And she doesn't get any sympathy from CLIVE ANDERSON's character Scott, who wants know; 'why don't I have a stalker? I'm the star!

But how does Leo know so much about Katherine? Is there more to this hairy old feller than meets the eye? And will Scott's crazy scheme for beating the traffic come off, or just land him in jail?

This character-led comedy is written by ANDY LYNCH whose credits include BBC 1's The Street and it's directed by DIRK MAGGS

RICKY TOMLINSON plays scruffy scouser Leo and Martine McCutcheon is the careerist radio producer Katherine in Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series.

The all-star cast also sees CLIVE ANDERSON playing an egomaniac chat show host, while ANDY PARSONS appears as a policeman and The Inbetweeners' EMILY HEAD takes her first radio role.

When Leo accosts Katherine in the street, sparks fly.

No Angel is part of Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series and it first broadcast on Radio 2 in December 2010.

RICKY TOMLINSON and Martine McCutcheon star in this sitcom for Radio 2.

RICKY TOMLINSON plays scruffy scouser Leo and Martine McCutcheon is the careerist radio producer Katherine in Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series. The all-star cast also sees CLIVE ANDERSON playing an egomaniac chat show host, while ANDY PARSONS appears as a policeman and The Inbetweeners' EMILY HEAD takes her first radio role.

When Leo accosts Katherine in the street, sparks fly. Convinced she's being stalked, Katherine just can't shake him. And she doesn't get any sympathy from CLIVE ANDERSON's character Scott, who wants know; 'why don't I have a stalker? I'm the star!

This character-led comedy is written by ANDY LYNCH whose credits include BBC 1's The Street and it's directed by DIRK MAGGS. No Angel is part of Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series and it first broadcast on Radio 2 in December 2010.

RICKY TOMLINSON and Martine McCutcheon star in new sitcom for Radio 2. The all-star cast also sees CLIVE ANDERSON playing an egomaniac chat show host, while ANDY PARSONS appears as a policeman. And fresh from hit comedy series, The Inbetweeners, EMILY HEAD takes her first radio role.

When Ricky's scruffy Scouser, Leo, accosts Martine's careerist radio producer, Katherine, in the street, sparks fly. Convinced she's being stalked, Katherine just can't shake him. And she doesn't get any sympathy from CLIVE ANDERSON's character Scott, who wants know; 'why don't I have a stalker? I'm the star!

This character-led comedy is written by ANDY LYNCH whose credits include BBC 1's The Street and it's directed by DIRK MAGGS. No Angel is part of Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series, which has featured a diverse array of talent including MATHEW HORNE, TIM MINCHIN and RICHARD WILSON.

With the magnificent support of Anita Dobson and Kevin Eldon, this is deliciously daft comedy is part of Radio 2's continuing Comedy Showcase series.

A famous face in showbiz for thirty five years, Roy Hudd is a comedy entertainer, actor, playwright, sketch-writer, and performer. From 1975, he fronted The News Huddlines on Radio 2, which went on to broadcast for 26 years, winning every radio gong going.

David Quantick is a music journalist, cultural commentator and best-selling author, who writes for the multi-award winning Harry Hill's TV Burp and created Blagger's Guide for Radio 2.

Another chance to hear Roy Hudd and David Quantick's half hour sketch show.

HQ marks the return of Roy Hudd to BBC Radio 2 - his radio comedy homeland.

He's joined by The Blagger's Guide's David Quantick in a unique pairing for this all-new, half hour sketch show.

With the magnificent support of Anita Dobson and Kevin Eldon, this is deliciously daft new comedy is part of Radio 2's continuing Comedy Showcase series.

Another chance to hear ROY HUDD and DAVID QUANTICK pair up in this hour sketch show. Join Roy and David as they romp through half an hour of epic silliness, inspired by everyday life: including the mundane, the exciting, the confusing, the amusing and the amazing things that make you glad to be alive.

AKA HQ

Featuring advice from Arrested Development star TONY HALE and Radio 5 Live's RICHARD BACON

What are men and how do they help us? Comedian and writer DANNY WALLACE staggers through the challenges of modern manhood with a little help from his friends. Featuring advice from Arrested Development star TONY HALE and Radio 5 Live's RICHARD BACON.

What You Talkin' About, Wallace? is part of Radio 2's ongoing Comedy Showcase series, which has featured a diverse array of talent including MATHEW HORNE, TIM MINCHIN and JASON BYRNE.

Comedian and writer DANNY WALLACE staggers through the challenges of modern manhood.

What are men and how do they help us? Comedian and writer Danny Wallace staggers through the challenges of modern manhood with a little help from his friends. Featuring advice from Arrested Development star Tony Hale, Radio 5 Live's Richard Bacon, writer and presenter Marc Haynes and the one and only Karl Pilkington.

Music Featured:

KT - Bexar Bexar

Children's Story - Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star

Lay in a Shimmer - Pantha Du Prince

Just Like a Knife - The Leisure Society

I Might Be Wrong - Radiohead (Max Tannone Jaydeohead Remix)

Shook Ones Pt 1 - Mobb Deep

Choo choo (Locomotion) - James Brown

Why Like This - Teebs

Get Older - Tom Williams and the Boat

Paper Planes - MIA

Come to Me - 65DaysofStatic

Games You Can Win (Instrumental) - RJD2

Call Me Mister - Bill Callahan (from the 1946 musical 'Call Me Mister')

Hear U2 play a set in JO WHILEY's new Live Loft; there's trouble with the neighbours when Radio 1 throws a rowdy party; while JOOLS HOLLAND 're-invigorates' the lifts and fire alarms in boogie woogie style.

Recorded in front of a studio audience audience, Reception features the voices of LEWIS MCLEOD, GEMMA ARROWSMITH, ROSALIND WRIGHT and EVE WEBSTER

A new impressions show that goes behind the scenes at Radio 2 HQ.

Recorded in front of a studio audience audience, Reception features the voices of Lewis McLeod, Gemma Arrowsmith, Rosalind Wright and Eve Webster.

~Radio 2's Comedy Showcase returns with Reception, an impressions show set behind the scenes at Radio 2 HQ, which features the fictional exploits of presenters and their celebrity guests.

Recorded in front of a studio audience audience, Reception features the voices of Lewis McLeod, Thomas Nelstrop, Gemma Arrowsmith, Rosalind Wright and Eve Webster.

DAN MERSH, JEREMY LIMB and PAUL LITCHFIELD began working together as The Trap in 2000. Since then they have created four highly acclaimed live shows, while credits collectively and individually cover 15 Storeys High, People Like Us, Jam and Jerusalem, Armando Iannucci's Charm Offensive, Comedy Cuts, Headcases and Miranda.

Not only will the show feature a variety of sketches and songs, but it will also feature an interactive quiz. (Not really). So you could win a stunning prize. (You can't). It also features Peep Show's ISY SUTTIE. (That bit's true). And posing the questions in the fictional quiz will be Newsnight's KIRSTY WARK.(That's true, too).

Three-man comedy team The Trap have created some of the most innovative, inspired, hilarious and noisy live sketch shows the world has ever seen. Their props ranged from a set of 'glass bagpipes' to the actual Goodies' trandem, which they still own to this day. Their revolutionary use of multi-media caused one reviewer to ask: Like all good inventions, I don't know why nobody had thought of doing comedy like this before.

Their merciless spoofs of atrocious student theatre, the Bad Play series of shows, gained a fervent cult following. This summer they return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for the first time in six years to perform Bad Musical, which aims to be the worst musical ever conceived, written and performed.

This new show, recorded in a packed BBC Radio Theatre, takes in job interviews, murders, awards ceremonies, and a singalong of a Wings' classic (see if you can guess what it is).

Three-man comedy team The Trap have created some of the most innovative, inspired, hilarious and noisy live sketch shows the world has ever seen. Their props ranged from a set of 'glass bagpipes' to the actual Goodies' trandem, which they still own to this day. Their revolutionary use of multi-media caused one reviewer to ask: 'Like all good inventions, I don't know why nobody had thought of doing comedy like this before'.

The three-man comedy team with sketches, music and a fictional interactive quiz.

Golf club regular Stuart thinks he has a chance of being appointed to the all-powerful Committee, if only he can get his rival Bob out of the way. Meanwhile players Chris and Jane are trying to rekindle their relationship, which has gone into the rough. They just need to find some peace and quiet on the green. Jill has always avoided the women's group, as her husband David chairs the committee and doesn't approve, but today she has agreed to play a round with them. Might she be persuaded to join them? And what, exactly, are they up to?

Script edited by James Bugg and JON HUNTER.

Produced by VICTORIA LLOYD.

A BBC Radio Comedy Production.

The Peterford Golf Club does for golf clubs what Green Wing did for hospitals. Written by Simon Farnaby (Horrible Histories, Yonderland, Paddington) and starring an ensemble cast including Simon, with Claire Keelan (The Trip), Barunka O'Shaughnessy (Katy Brand's Big Ass Show), and Tom Meeten (Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy).

Golfer Stuart thinks he has a chance of being appointed to the all-powerful club committee

In this warm hearted sitcom pilot, Janice and John Henshaw play husband and wife Barbara and Ken.

Barbara is worried she and Ken are at risk of adding to the numbers of silver splitters - they have nothing in common; Ken's idea of retirement involves a marathon session of 'Pointless' and that doesn't fit with Barbara's idea of a well spent golden age.

When a homeless Spanish busker (DAVID SANT) needs some help, Barbara sees it as the perfect opportunity to do some good and stir things up home... A little more than she expected.

Guitar by Kester Owen

Imagine a hybrid between Mrs. Merton and Victoria Wood The Times.

As hilarious as it is possible to get The Scotsman

A refreshing blast of hilarious humanity Zone Magazine.

BARBARA NICE... JANICE CONNOLLY

Ken Nice... John Henshaw

Mary... Angela Curran

Tonio... DAVID SANT

Hostel Manager... Debra Baker

Produced by Rebecca Papworth

A BBC Studios Production

ProducerCARL COOPER.

BARBARA NICE...JANICE CONNOLLY

Tonio...DAVID SANT

In this warm-hearted sitcom pilot, Janice and John Henshaw play husband and wife Barbara and Ken.

Stockport housewife extraordinaire Barbara Nice has to deal with her husband's retirement.

When a homeless Spanish busker (David Sant) needs some help, Barbara sees it as the perfect opportunity to do some good and stir things up home ... A little more than she expected.

Barbara Nice ... Janice Connolly

Ken Nice ... John Henshaw

Mary ... Angela Curran

Tonio ... David Sant

Hostel Manager ... Debra Baker

Bob is a convicted fraudster, released from prison on licence, who wants to inveigle his way back into his estranged son's life (again through fraud). He's charming, optimistic and warm. People like him. That's why they gave him so much of their life savings.

Ankle Tag has been written by BENJAMIN PARTRIDGE and GARETH GWYNN, who previously collaborated with ELIS JAMES on the BBC Radio Wales shows Here Be Dragons and ELIS JAMES' Pantheon Of Heroes.

A BBC Comedy Production for BBC Radio 2.

New parents Gruff and Alice's lives are disrupted when Gruff's dad appears on the doorstep

The Tim Vine Chat Show is half an hour of daft exuberance, stand-up comedy and a celebration of ordinary people. It's a chat show with a twist where the Great British public are the stars. Tim not only interviews members of the audience and hears their entertaining and diverse life stories but also sings his much loved (and often ridiculous) songs and showcases the world famous one-liners that have made him a global comedy star.

'The Tim Vine Chat Show is half an hour of daft exuberance, stand-up comedy and a celebration of ordinary people. It's a chat show with a twist where the Great British public are the stars. Tim not only interviews members of the audience and hears their entertaining and diverse life stories but also sings his much loved (and often ridiculous) songs and showcases the world famous one-liners that have made him a global comedy star.'

Set in 1909, the two men have been friends since childhood and served together in the British Army in India. Although they bicker a lot of the time like an old married couple, they are inseparable. They live together in the same boarding house, and share the same love of King and Country. The pair encounter new technologies, Victorian repression and an array of memorable characters. If only they were a little better at their jobs...

Co-written by ARTHUR MATHEWS (Toast Of London, Father Ted, HARRY ENFIELD and Chums) and Terry Mynott.

Co-writer ARTHUR MATHEWS says: I've been a fan of Terry since I first saw The Mimic. I met him doing Toast of London last year and he asked me to get involved in the project. We both have an interest in history, and the Edwardian era seemed a fruitful period. It was great to work with such a wonderfully talented cast too.

Terry Mynott says: I've always adored radio, I grew up listening to Round The Horn and The Goons so this has been such a brilliant process getting the chance to write and perform new comedy for Radio 2! ARTHUR MATHEWS is an exceptional writer and what a brilliant cast this has attracted, a dream project

The cast also includes Alex MacQueen (The Inbetweeners, The Thick of It), KATY WIX (Not Going Out, Fried) and Ophelia Lovibond (W1A, Elementary), plus rising star comic actors NICK MOHAMMED (REGGIE PERRIN, The King Is Dead) and Ellie White (House of Fools, Glitchy).

Two policemen uncover what they think is a German plot to invade the Isle of Sheppey.

Co-writer Arthur Mathews says: 'I've been a fan of Terry since I first saw The Mimic. I met him doing Toast of London last year and he asked me to get involved in the project. We both have an interest in history, and the Edwardian era seemed a fruitful period. It was great to work with such a wonderfully talented cast too.

Terry Mynott says: 'I've always adored radio, I grew up listening to Round The Horn and The Goons so this has been such a brilliant process getting the chance to write and perform new comedy for Radio 2! Arthur Mathews is an exceptional writer and what a brilliant cast this has attracted, a dream project

This pilot episode sees Kate and Roshan going to their school reunion where Kate wants to show off her happy life, and Roshan is primed to confront Steve Johnson, the bully who terrorised him during his schooldays. However, things don't work out quite as planned.

Cast:

Roshan Parera....Romesh Ranganathan

Kate Parera....Amanda Abbington

Neil/Brian Palmer....Oliver Maltman

Anusha Parera....MEERA SYAL

Steve Johnson....Daniel Ings

Bex....Ellie Taylor

Written by Max Davis

Producer: SAM MICHELL.

Parental Guidance is set around the lives of Roshan and Kate Parera, played respectively by Romesh Ranganathan (Bafta-nominated Asian Provocateur) and Amanda Abbington (Sherlock, Mr Selfridge). The couple live in Crawley with their two children, Emma and Lewis. Roshan is a cost-benefits analyst for the airline industry, Kate is a stay-at-home mum. Roshan's overbearing mother, Anusha (Meera Syal: Goodness Gracious Me, The Kumars at No.42) lives nearby and is constantly disappointed that Roshan didn't pick a nice Sri Lankan girl to marry. Roshan's neighbour Neil (Oliver Maltman) is an air steward who gives Roshan sanctuary in his shed whenever he needs sanctuary from family life.

Family sitcom starring Romesh Ranganthan and Amanda Abbington as Roshan and Kate Parera.

Roshan Parera........Romesh Ranganathan

Kate Parera............Amanda Abbington

Anusha Parera........Meera Syal

Steve Johnson........Daniel Ings

Bex........................Ellie Taylor

BARBARA NICE: JANICE CONNOLLY

Ken Nice: John Henshaw

Mary: Angela Curran

Doctor: Ameet Chana

Consultant: Josephine Enright

Receptionist: Toby Tilling

Producer Rebecca Papworth A BBC Studios Production.

Stockport housewife extraordinaire Barbara Nice takes charge of her husband's health.

Written and performed by HARRY ENFIELD and PAUL WHITEHOUSE

Also starring: JIM BROADBENT (Exile, HARRY POTTER), AMELIA BULLMORE (Scott and Bailey, Happy Valley), Tom Hollander (Rev, In The Loop) and Jason Lewis (The Armstrong and Miller Show).

Production Coordinator: Sophie Richardson

Producer: SAM BRYANT

A BBC Studios production.

Harry and Paul present: The Gentlemen's Club is a mockumentary sketch show set in 'Wibbles', London's oldest member's club. Eavesdrop in on the conversations of Harry Enfield and Paul Whitehouse's elderly and eccentric characters across the course of an afternoon. It's a slice of life in a once-vital, fading British institution, and a peek at the often bizarre stories and attitudes contained within...

Also starring: Jim Broadbent (Exile, Harry Potter), Amelia Bullmore (Scott & Bailey, Happy Valley), Tom Hollander (Rev, In The Loop) and Jason Lewis (The Armstrong and Miller Show).

Mockumentary sketch show set in an old member's club, by Harry Enfield and Paul Whitehouse

BARBARA NICE: JANICE CONNOLLY

Ken Nice: John Henshaw

Mary: Angela Curran

Financial Advisor: Josephine Enright

Producer Rebecca Papworth A BBC Studios Production.

When Ken refuses to drawdown on his pension Barbara goes on strike.

Sandra and Frank are a working class Northern couple who dream of escaping Manchester for a new life in Fuengirola. Their dream is scuppered when the couple become unwilling guardians to their estranged grandchildren - a pair of over-privileged and bewildered siblings from the Home Counties.

SIOBHAN FINNERAN... Sandra

BEN GREAVES-NEAL... Marcus

Phil Mealey... Thommo

Chetna Pandya... Padma

Kate Sale... Poppy

Toby Ungelson... Ollie

JASON WATKINS... Frank

DENISE WELCH... Gloria

Produced by Julia McKenzie

A BBC Studios production.

Just Grand is a family sitcom about a clash of generations and cultures, written by BAFTA-award winning writers Phil Mealey (The Royle Family, Early Doors) and Daniel Peak (Not Going Out). It stars Siobhan Finneran (Benidorm, Happy Valley, Downton Abbey) and Jason Watkins (W1A, Trollied) and Denise Welch (Coronation Street).

Family sitcom about the clash of generations and cultures starring Siobhan Finneran.

Siobhan Finneran ... Sandra

Phil Mealey ... Thommo

Chetna Pandya ... Padma

Kate Sale ... Poppy

Toby Ungelson ... Ollie

Jason Watkins ... Frank

Denise Welch ... Gloria

BARBARA NICE - Janice Conolloy

Ken Nice - John Henshaw

Mary - Angela Curran

Magistrate - BRIGIT FORSYTH

Policeman - Inel Tomlinson

Prosecutor - TOBY HADOKE

Clerk - Phil Ellis

Usher - Zoe Iqbal

Producer Rebecca Papworth A BBC Studios Production.

Barbara takes direct action when local public toilets are closed down and ends up in court

Starring:

TIM VINE as himself

Ben Fogle as himself and ROBIN HOOD

John Archer as Little John

Charlie Baker as Friar Tuck

KIERAN HODGSON as Glen

Geoffrey McGivern as the Sheriff of Nottingham

Sophia di Martino as Maid/Mad Marion

Tony Green as himself.

Ben Fogle as himself & Robin Hood

Join Tim as he climbs through the magic grandfather clock in his antique shop.

Ex-ravers Dean and Murf live on a dilapidated houseboat on the Regents Canal. Four years in arrears on their mooring fees, Dean and Murf are forced to visit the job centre which leads them on a surreal adventure working as factory workers on a Ken Loach film.

A comedy about ex-ravers Dean and Murf who live on a dilapidated houseboat.

A school reunion with Barbara's long standing frenemy Pat Burrows leads Barbara to make a rash white lie that has dramatic consequences. Meanwhile Ken is trying in vain to get a better broadband deal.

BARBARA NICE...JANICE CONNOLLY

Ken Nice... John Henshaw

Mary... Angela Curran

Pat Burrows...SALLY LINDSAY

Thelma... Liz Hume Dawson

Zachary...Lizzie Griffiths

Mary's grandson...Charlie Burchill

Party goers... Jarvis, Niamh and Gabriel Papworth

Producer: Rebecca Papworth

A BBC Studios Production.

A school reunion with Barbara's long-standing frenemy Pat leads to a rash white lie.

Ex-ravers Dean and Murf live on a dilapidated houseboat on the Regents Canal. Four years in arrears on their mooring fees, Dean and Murf are forced to visit the job centre which leads them on a surreal adventure working as factory workers on a Ken Loach film.

A comedy about ex-ravers Dean and Murf who live on a dilapidated houseboat.

From writer Simon Carlyle (creator of BBC2 hit comedy Two Doors Down). Starring Shane Richie, Hannah Waddingham (Game of Thrones, Benidorm), Jack Bence (Bad Education, Sherlock, Peep Show), Nicholas Burns (Nathan Barley, Uncle, The Crown), Kirsty J Curtis (Rellik, People Just Do Nothing, The Halcyon and Ella Kenion (The Catherine Tate Show).

A sitcom about a fun-loving nouveau riche couple, Gary and Melissa, and their noisy family who've recently relocated to a middle class street in Slough.

We follow Gary and Melissa and their kids as they adjust to life in their new neighbourhood. They're not mixing with the aristocracy but they are in quite a middle class area so there's a marked difference between Gary and Melissa and their new neighbours.

Jeremy Vine is the UK's lunchtime radio legend. But when he's not interviewing politicians and personalities, unearthing local stories of national importance, or talking to someone from an owl sanctuary in Stevenage, he has another vital role to perform.

Whenever he pauses to play a record, he knows he has three minutes to offer off-air advice to the world's great and good - all of whom have asked him for help in their moment of need. God knows Donald Trump has problems.

Which is why they turn, in private, to Jeremy (as played by Lewis MacLeod - Postman Pat, Star Wars: Episode I - Phantom Menace). Featuring Jess Robinson and Terry Mynott, this is a part-scripted, part-improvised spoof phone-in, where most of the celebrities in distress are played by impersonators, but a couple of whom may yet be real.

Harry Hill, Fay Ripley and Evelyn Mok pitch inventions and ideas that they believe will make all our lives better. Josh will pick his favourite innovation from our guests offerings with the help of his experts: 19-year-old self-made millionaire Akshay Ruparelia and Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and problem solver Dr Lucy Rogers. Between Josh, his guests, his experts and his dedicated focus group - also known as the studio audience - he will troubleshoot, critique and analyse each idea potentially turning an awful invention into a great one. This is the show that believes there is no such thing as a bad idea. Will our celebrity guests disprove that notion or will they become Britain's answer to Elon Musk?

Josh says 'I am absolutely delighted the BBC has given me the chance change the world. Or, more accurately, ask three of my favourite people to come up with some insane ideas. It is a show we are hugely proud of and I can't wait for people to hear it'.

Josh says I am absolutely delighted the BBC has given me the chance change the world. Or, more accurately, ask three of my favourite people to come up with some insane ideas. It is a show we are hugely proud of and I can't wait for people to hear it.

Sharp new comedy about dogs and their owners, from an award-winning writer and cast.

Dog Days is set around the lives of a group of dog walkers. People whose daily interaction is controlled and led by their four-legged friends. They live different lives in the same neighbourhood, the only common thread being their pets.

Jean (Gwyneth Powell) is retired and tolerates her daily interaction with Alan (John Henshaw), who is struggling to come to terms with retirement. They bump into other regular park dwellers Tatts (Joel Fry) who hands out orders at his military fitness class, Gary (Johnny Vegas) who feels life keeps dealing him a bad hand and Lisa (Tanya Franks) who will turn her hand to anything to make a quick buck.

This episode sees Jean's plans to fill Alan's day scuppered when Gary's dog goes missing and they're all roped in to help him find her.

A new panel show, hosted by Sara Cox. Three celebrities ponder definitive moments in pop culture history. What if events as we know them had taken a different turn? What if famous individuals had made completely different choices? What if we had journeyed down paths not taken?

Guests include stand-up comedian Grainne Maguire, science writer and broadcaster, Dr Adam Rutherford and Rylan Clarke-Neal from The X Factor.

Luckily, Harry has enough to keep him occupied: living with him are his mother-in-law Genie (permanently drunk whilst claiming to be six years sober), eldest daughter Nicola and her fianc退e Gaz (trying for a baby) and youngest daughter Julia and her new boyfriend Jamie, just returned from university. They can all stay there as long as they abide by Harry's 'rules' - tricky as Harry keeps making up new ones.

Cast:

Harry - Bradley Walsh

Nicola - Kerry Howard

Gaz - Michael Salami

Genie - Sherrie Hewson

Jamie - Tom Stourton

Julia - Rebecca Humphries

Written by Neil Webster

Producer - Sam Michell

A BBC Studios Production.

Luckily, Harry has enough to keep him occupied: living with him are his mother-in-law Genie (permanently drunk whilst claiming to be six years sober), eldest daughter Nicola and her fianc?e Gaz (trying for a baby) and youngest daughter Julia and her new boyfriend Jamie, just returned from university. They can all stay there as long as they abide by Harry's rules - tricky as Harry keeps making up new ones.

Luckily, Harry has enough to keep him occupied: living with him are his mother-in-law Genie (permanently drunk whilst claiming to be six years sober), eldest daughter Nicola and her fianc退e Gaz (trying for a baby) and youngest daughter Julia and her new boyfriend Jamie, just returned from university. They can all stay there as long as they abide by Harry's rules - tricky as Harry keeps making up new ones.

There's nothing Harry Priest likes better than rules. Rules help keep life bearable, especially if life has dealt you a bad hand, like it has to Harry. After losing his job to a robot and his wife to cancer, Harry Priest has managed to get himself signed off as long-term sick. He's not a scrounger, mind - he just believes he spent his life contributing to the state so he's due some compensation, and anyway he's not about to retrain as a BandQ 'helper'.

Luckily, Harry has enough to keep him occupied: living with him are his mother-in-law Genie (permanently drunk whilst claiming to be six years sober), eldest daughter Nicola and her fiancée Gaz (trying for a baby) and youngest daughter Julia and her new boyfriend Jamie, just returned from university. They can all stay there as long as they abide by Harry's 'rules' - tricky as Harry keeps making up new ones.

We've all got our foibles, haven't we? We all 'like it the way we like it'. But then, if we're aware of our foibles, we probably know how strange they must seem to everyone else. And then, in those quiet little moments, we sit and ask ourselves, 'what's normal?

Well, stop asking yourself - you're biased for a start. It's time to put it to the general public. And strap in - cos you might not like the answer...

Over the course of the programme, our guests will reveal a side of themselves that they may think is perfectly 'normal' but the rest of us think is absolutely absurd behaviour. The winner is the person deemed to be the 'most normal'.

Sara Pascoe and Aisling Bea ask, are our quirks perfectly acceptable, or just plain weird?

We've all got our foibles, haven't we? We all like it the way we like it. But then, if we're aware of our foibles, we probably know how strange they must seem to everyone else. And then, in those quiet little moments, we sit and ask ourselves, what's normal?

Le Maire follows Harriet (Rosie Cavaliero - Jane Eyre), a potential candidate for the role of Mayor of Rachelais; the small French village that she and her husband Roy (Tim Key - Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa) have settled in. Their perfect little French life, away from the issues occurring in the UK, seems full of peace and 'tranquillit退'. However, on the eve of the vote, her irresponsible and unpredictable brother Ed (Jonny Sweet) comes crashing into their continental lives (as well as the local vineyard), putting all of her plans into question.

Le Maire follows Harriet, a potential candidate for the role of mayor of a French village.

Le Maire follows Harriet (Rosie Cavaliero - Jane Eyre), a potential candidate for the role of Mayor of Rachelais; the small French village that she and her husband Roy (Tim Key - Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa) have settled in. Their perfect little French life, away from the issues occurring in the UK, seems full of peace and 'tranquillit?'. However, on the eve of the vote, her irresponsible and unpredictable brother Ed (Jonny Sweet) comes crashing into their continental lives (as well as the local vineyard), putting all of her plans into question.

Le Maire follows Harriet (Rosie Cavaliero - Jane Eyre), a potential candidate for the role of Mayor of Rachelais; the small French village that she and her husband Roy (Tim Key - Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa) have settled in. Their perfect little French life, away from the issues occurring in the UK, seems full of peace and 'tranquillité'. However, on the eve of the vote, her irresponsible and unpredictable brother Ed (Jonny Sweet) comes crashing into their continental lives (as well as the local vineyard), putting all of her plans into question.

One Night Only is an all-singing extravaganza in which Brian Conley pits celebrities and comedians against each other to win a role in a spectacular Musical finale.

Mentored by Pippa Evans (Showstoppers), with much loved numbers from hit musicals alongside some fabulous new compositions from Richie Webb (Horrible Histories), One Night Only shows what it takes to see your name in lights.

One Night Only is an all-singing extravaganza based around famous musicals.

One Night Only is an all-singing extravaganza in which Brian Conley sets 3 guests a series of challenges to see if they can win the leading role in a spectacular musical finale.

Spencer Jones and London Hughes join in the fun, but who is the mystery third guest? And which of them will play Maria in an end-of-show potted musical tribute to The Sound of Music?

Host Brian Conley is assisted by triple-threat Pippa Evans (Showstoppers), singing much loved numbers from hit musicals alongside some fabulous new compositions from Richie Webb (Horrible Histories),

Script by the cast, Jack Bernhardt and Mike Shephard

Produced by Victoria Lloyd

A BBC Studios Production.

PROPOSAL is a sitcom starring Joe Thomas (The Inbetweeners) and Pearl Mackie (Doctor Who), written by Ben Ashenden and Alex Owen, stars of Radio 4's acclaimed sketch show The Pin.

It follows couple Jamie (Thomas) and Lucy (Mackie), as Jamie builds up the nerve to pop the question - and the series of disasters that follow as he attempts to negotiate the unwritten rules of marriage proposals. First he has to ask permission - but not just from Lucy's dad, Mike (Nigel Lindsay, Four Lions). As Jamie's enthusiastic but deeply unhelpful friends Chris (Ben Ashenden, Bridget Jones's Baby, Tracey Ullman's Show) and Tom (Alex Owen, Crackanory, Wannabe) are quick to point out, he needs to check in with her mum too. After all, it is 2018.

For her part, ambitious career woman Lucy is not sure about the institution of marriage. And as his behaviour gets increasingly suspicious, she's becoming less sure about Jamie. Proposal is a comedy about how a heartfelt longing to 'do the right thing' for the one you love can go seriously wrong.

Cast in order of appearance

JAMIE - Joe Thomas

CHRIS - Ben Ashenden

TOM - Alex Owen

LUCY - Pearl Mackie

ELLIE - Sophie Wu

BELLA - Alice Orr-Ewing

MIKE - Nigel Lindsay

BAZ - Colin Salmon

FELIX - Brett Goldstein

LINDA - Adjoa Andoh

Produced by Sam Ward

PROPOSAL is a BBC Studios production.

It follows couple Jamie (Thomas) and Lucy (Mackie), as Jamie builds up the nerve to pop the question - and the series of disasters that follow as he attempts to negotiate the unwritten rules of marriage proposals. First he has to ask permission - but not just from Lucy's dad, Mike (Nigel Lindsay, Four Lions). As Jamie's enthusiastic but deeply unhelpful friendRadio 3 In Concert

Live From BBC Music's Biggest Weekend In Perth

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The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra celebrate the best of BBC Music.

The best concerts from across the UK and Europe. Available to listen online for 30 days

Radio 3 at BBC Music's Biggest Weekend.

From the iconic and historic Scone Palace in Perthshire, Scotland, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Martyn Brabbins, is joined by a host of brilliant musicians to celebrate the best of BBC Music.

Edinburgh born Karine Polwart, winner BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of the Year performs a few of her best known tunes.

Scottish virtuoso percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie plays the first movement, Da Vinci's wings from Michael Daugherty 's Concerto - Dream Machine, written in 2014. It is a piece that is a tribute to the imagination of inventors who dream about new machines.

Star soprano Danielle de Niese joins the orchestra, bringing her unique combination of artistic credibility and exotic 21st century allure.

After the Interval, one of classical music's true greats, the violinist, Nigel Kennedy and his band, join the BBC SSO, to play some of the greatest music ever written.

Live from BBC Music's Biggest Weekend, the concert is presented from the stage by Katie Derham.

Featuring a gang of Britain's most talented up-and-coming impressionists.

A gang of Britain's most talented up-and-coming impressionists use their catalogue of voices to explore the wonderful world of fame and celebrity.

Through a series of prank calls and hilarious set ups they'll find out just how far people will go to a satisfy a star. For example, would Pizza Express in Watford clear its premises so a certain Scientologist can dine with his cats? Will Exeter City Council agree to turn off all their street lights so Katie Hopkins can finally sleep at night?

Through a series of prank calls and hilarious set ups they'll find out just how far people will go to a satisfy a star. For example, would Pizza Express in Watford clear its premises so a certain Scientologist can dine with his cats? Will Exeter City Council agree to turn off all their street lights so Katie HopkiRadio 3 In Concert

Mariss Jansons Conducts Mahler's 2nd Symphony

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In Concert round Europe, Mariss Jansons conducts Mahler 2 from Denmark.

The best concerts from across the UK and Europe. Available to listen online for 30 days

As part of Radio 3 In Concert tonight's travels begin in Copenhagen, before crossing the ؀resund Bridge to Sweden and music by Swedish woman composer Valborg Aulin.

As the 2018 winner of the L退onie Sonning Music Prize, conductor Mariss Janssons leads a performance of Mahler's 'Resurrection' Symphony'from a concert at the Royal Danish Academy of Music held in March this year. Genia Kühmeier and Bernarda Fink are the vocal soloists.

and then its a short but spectacular crossing to Sweden to hear the Violin Sonata by Valborg Aulin. Per Sporrong is the violinist and Johan Ull退n the pianist. Valborg was born into a musical family, her brother Tor was also a composer, and supported by a grant from the Swedish Nightingale - Jenny Lind, she studied for a while with Niels Gade.

Symphony No.2 in C minor 'Resurrection

Genia Kühmeier (soprano), Bernarda Fink (mezzo-soprano),

Malm怀 Opera Chorus, Danish Royal Opera Chorus,

Royal Danish Orchestra,

Mariss Jansons (conductor)

Per Sporrong (violin)

Johan Ull退n (piano).