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There are few figures in comedy more beloved than Rik Mayall. Mayall and double act partner Adrian Edmondson exploded onto what became known as the alternative comedy scene in the early 1980s with ...

The line-up for first Rik Mayall Comedy Festival, due to run in Droitwich Spa from Saturday 31st May to Saturday 7th June 2025, has been announced. The curated programme will also feature theatre, ...

Comedian Greg Davies has been one of the performers taking part in an eight-day festival remembering the late Rik Mayall. After Davies left the stage following his turn on Thursday, he shared the ...

This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The ...

Comedian Ben Elton said working with the late Rik Mayall gave him some of "the most glorious creative moments" he had ever had and writing about him helped him to deal with some of his grief over his ...