BBC New Comedian: 30 Battle for 2025 Crown
It’s quite remarkable to think that a particular search for new comedy talent has been a fixture for three decades. Thirty years! It feels like just yesterday we were all discovering new favorites, doesn't it? This year, the competition is heating up, quite literally, as we head to Bristol for the first of six intense knock-out rounds. Thirty hopeful comedians are lining up, all vying for that coveted spot as the BBC New Comedian of 2025.
Imagine being one of those thirty. The nerves, the anticipation, the sheer courage it takes to stand on a stage and try to make a room full of strangers laugh. As reported by the BBC, this isn't just a quick audition; it's a battle across six heats, a real test of endurance and wit. The West heat, for instance, is being held at St George's in Bristol, a fantastic venue that promises a great atmosphere for both the performers and the audience.
This year, we're seeing some exciting names step up. Carwyn Blayney, Will Owen, Omari Douglas, Jess Carrivick, and Alfie Dundas are just some of the talents taking to the stage in Bristol, hoping to catch the eye of judges Priya Hall, Harriet Dyer, and Fatiha El-Ghorri. It's a tough gig for the judges too, I imagine, having to pick just one winner from so many potential stars.
For those of us who enjoy a good chuckle, this event feels particularly relevant, especially with so much content readily available these days. You might even find yourself catching these rising stars later on bbc iplayer, showcasing the journey of the next big thing in British comedy. It makes you wonder, what does it take to go from a comedy club stage to being a household name, and how many of these hopefuls will be the ones we’re talking about in another thirty years? It’s a fascinating prospect, isn't it?
Imagine being one of those thirty. The nerves, the anticipation, the sheer courage it takes to stand on a stage and try to make a room full of strangers laugh. As reported by the BBC, this isn't just a quick audition; it's a battle across six heats, a real test of endurance and wit. The West heat, for instance, is being held at St George's in Bristol, a fantastic venue that promises a great atmosphere for both the performers and the audience.
This year, we're seeing some exciting names step up. Carwyn Blayney, Will Owen, Omari Douglas, Jess Carrivick, and Alfie Dundas are just some of the talents taking to the stage in Bristol, hoping to catch the eye of judges Priya Hall, Harriet Dyer, and Fatiha El-Ghorri. It's a tough gig for the judges too, I imagine, having to pick just one winner from so many potential stars.
For those of us who enjoy a good chuckle, this event feels particularly relevant, especially with so much content readily available these days. You might even find yourself catching these rising stars later on bbc iplayer, showcasing the journey of the next big thing in British comedy. It makes you wonder, what does it take to go from a comedy club stage to being a household name, and how many of these hopefuls will be the ones we’re talking about in another thirty years? It’s a fascinating prospect, isn't it?
