We’re delighted the see the BBC Comedy Festival coming to Glasgow in 2024, a true home of UK comedy. The festival will shine a light on the talented and witty minds of the biggest and best comedy acts from Scotland and the UK, and kick start a year of development and production opportunities in the nation supported by Screen Scotland. The exact dates of the festival have not yet been released but if this year is anything to go by, it will take place over multiple dates in May 2024 and have a whole host of talks, acts, shows and panels to look forward to. Consider PREMIER SUITES Glasgow as your comfortable, conveniently located accommodation for the festival this year. Always book our serviced apartment accommodation in Glasgow directly with us for our best available rates.
BBC Comedy Festival
The comedy festival has a great reputation for celebrating this unique industry, showcasing some of the finest comedy minds working in the UK today and this year the focus will be on Scottish talent. It’s a chance for producers and acts, both new and established to take their first steps in the TV industry. It allows guests and visitors to celebrate and explore comedy in the UK, a truly unique comedy landscape. The first two years in Cardiff and Newcastle have set the scene for what promises to be an interesting and hilarious festival of comedy bringing together the component parts of the comedy industry.
The BBC Comedy Festival 2023 was held in Cardiff over two days and featured 19 sold-out panels and masterclasses with over 70 comedy names on stage. Acts included Jesse Armstrong, Sharon Horgan, Rob Brydon, Diane Morgan, Guz Khan, Kayleigh Llewellyn, Jamie Demetriou and Peter Baynham with many supports and side acts to complement. The event was supported by Creative Wales and over 5700 tickets were available for those in the industry. Over two thousand tickets were available for the public, students and those taking their first steps in the industry.
Jon Petrie, Director of Comedy at the BBC says: “We’re delighted to be bringing the BBC Comedy Festival 2024, to Glasgow; a city steeped in a rich comedy history. We look forward to continuing to build the Festival’s reputation for celebrating our unique industry by showcasing some of the finest comedy minds working in the UK today and shining a spotlight on Scottish talent.”
David Smith, Director of Screen at Screen Scotland says: “We are thrilled to see the BBC Comedy Festival coming to Glasgow. Over the past couple of years, we have been delighted to partner with BBC Comedy to offer additional opportunities for comedy talent through character sketches, comedy shorts and a high-end pilot. This festival offers another chance for Scottish writers and performers to showcase their talent as well gaining valuable insight into building successful careers in TV.”
BBC Comedy Festival 2024
The BBC Comedy Festival returns for a third consecutive year in May 2024 and Glasgow is delighted to have been selected as its host city. The coming year’s festival will follow a similar format as the festival that occurred this year, a series of talent-led talks, panels, screenings, a short film night and live comedy shows. It will be open to the public, as well as new and upcoming comics to perform, learn and discover more about this exciting genre of TV and the arts. We expect to see some of Glasgow’s finest venues for comedy and filming on our silver screens during the BBC Comedy Showcase but so far, details are scant. The dates and venue for the 2024 BBC Comedy Festival will be announced in due course.
Accommodation in Glasgow
Whether you’re a booker for an agency, or an individual looking for their big break on the comedy scene, Glasgow is the hottest ticket in comedy this May. You’ll want comfortable, great-value accommodation and a place to call home for the duration of your stay and a serviced apartment in Glasgow is the perfect solution. Save time, hassle and money with our personal kitchen, laundry facilities and some little extras that will make you feel right at home. Our suites are ideally located on Bath Street a short walk from shops, clubs, pubs, restaurants and the main attractions of the city.
Whether you’re booking for yourself or on behalf of a client, always book directly to guarantee our best available rates. We look forward to welcoming you in 2024 for a comedy festival that is sure to leave its mark on the city.
