Homing in on the last three decades, The Rough Guide to British Cult Comedy runs the rule over this British Isle's comedy talent, covering the cultiest comedians and the most side-splitting shows. It covers:
• The story: From the rise of alternative comedy to surrealist sketches and the triumph of reality comedies such as The Office.
• Cult heroes: 50 stars of live and TV comedy, from 1980s legend Harry Enfield to current headliner Ross Noble, as well as circuit stalwarts and underappreciated heroes of hilarity.
• Cult TV: 50 sitcoms, sketch shows and mockumentaries that broke the mould, among them The Royle Family and The Fast Show.
• The transatlantic connection: American influences on UK comedy, from Richard Pryor to Bill Hicks and Cheers to Curb Your Enthusiasm.
• Comedy Cornucopia: Best comedy venues, recommended DVDs and CDs, tips of the trade (how to deal with hecklers) and much much more.
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