Live from the BBC - Episode Guide

Award-winning comedian, Nish Kumar, stars in this brand new series showcasing some of the hottest comedic talent on the circuit. Here he discusses the benefits of having an ‘ethnically ambitious' face and reveals the true extent of his pessimistic tendencies. Joining Nish is Canadian-born comedian, Mae Martin, who gives her own unique take on living as a legal-alien in London and what her prim-parents make of it all. In a move away from the shiny floor style stand-up shows, Live From The BBC is filmed at the intimate setting of the Radio Theatre.

Featuring this week are Tez Ilyas and Alex Edelman.

New York-based comedian, recent college graduate and winner of this year's Foster's Comedy Award for Best Newcomer, Alex Edelman performs a stand up set live from BBC's Radio Theatre. Here he discusses his body-builder twin and his passion for Gregg's the bakers. Preceded by Blackburn-based comedian Tez Ilyas, who has found himself in eight competition finals (Including the prestigious BBC New Comedy Award and Leicester Mercury New Comedian of the Year).

James Acaster stars in a brand new series showcasing some of the best comedic talent around. Acaster, who has been nominated a record four times at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards, discusses his love of acapella music (mainly football chants) and reveals some juicy celebrity gossip. He is joined by Spencer Jones, who performs his award-winning physical and prop-based show on television for the first time. In a move away from the shiny floor style stand up shows, this series is filmed in the intimate setting of the iconic Radio Theatre in Broadcasting House.

Felicity Ward, an Australian comedian, performs a live stand up set along with Scottish comedian Larry Dean, who was crowned 'Scottish Comedian Of The Year' at only 23. Dean was also nominated for the Fosters Edinburgh Comedy Awards: Best Newcomer 2015. Larry divulges that he calls himself Feminem, whilst Felicity introduces the audience to her two friends, the Blues Brothers.

Sofie Hagen, winner of the Foster's Comedy Award for Best Newcomer 2015, stars in this brand new stand up series showcasing some of the hottest comedians on the circuit. Hagen confides in our audience about one particularly adventurous sexual encounter as well as delving into the hilarious world of super fans, including a reading of her own fan fiction about one particular Irish boyband. Joining Hagen are characters Kerry and Kurtan, played by siblings Daisy May and Charlie Cooper. They are from a little village in the Cotswolds, and give us an insight into their rather simple life.

Dane Baptiste, best newcomer nominee at the 2014 Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Awards, stars in the latest episode of this stand-up comedy series. Baptiste reveals the daily struggles of being a non-cyclist and also touches on the downside of having an evil twin sister. Joining Baptiste is Adam Hess who gives the audience some honest confessions about his past relationships.

Comedian, writer and actress Sara Pascoe takes to the stage at the BBC's iconic Radio Theatre for 30 minutes of hilariously honest stand-up about love, sex and modern living.

Fresh from co-starring with Ricky Gervais on his movie Life on the Road, Ben Bailey Smith, aka Doc Brown, brings his seamless mix of rap and stand-up to the BBC as he dissects country life, fatherhood and being cool.

Award-winning comedian John Robins performs thirty minutes of genuinely funny stand-up about the trials of relationships and modern technology.

Just back from an international sell-out tour, the disarmingly eloquent and verbally dexterous Josie Long takes to the stage with her stand-up show about optimism and hopefulness.

Live from the BBC is thrilled to bring Ivo Graham to the stage. Since leaving university in 2012, Ivo has become a regular fixture on the comedy circuit with a charming, crafty and self-aware wit which has proved a hit with audiences.

One of the most exciting new comics working today, Liam Williams delivers thirty minutes of marvellously morose comedy about the state of the planet and breaking his heels.

Scottish stand-up comedian and writer Fern Brady got through University with an unexpected side job and a simple diet, and this hilarious show brings her wry wit to the stage at the Radio Theatre.

The iconic BBC Radio Theatre in London welcomes razor-sharp Australian comedy star Rhys Nicholson.

Exploring topics such as sexuality and popularity in high school, Rhys is a natural performer

Suzi Ruffell is one of the most exciting comedy stars of her generation.

This laugh out loud show sees Suzi take to the stage for thirty minutes of stand-up about struggling in - and out - of the middle classes.

Fresh from supporting Jason Manford on tour, exciting rising star Chris Washington continues to wow audiences with his northern charm, conjuring big laughs from those small, ordinary things in life.

Chris's dreams are achievable, and he is content and happy. And so are the crowd.

New York City's Desiree Burch has exploded on to the comedy scene in London, where she now calls home.

From growing up in the States to making love like James Brown, this 30 minute show of Desiree's high-octane stand-up explores sex, relationships, race, body image and social change.

Live from the BBC are proud to welcome Mat Ewins, nominee for Best Show at the 2017 Edinburgh Comedy Awards.

Adventurer and film-maker Mat takes us on an action-packed exploration in this hilarious half hour show.