Welcome to the online home of the TV Comedy Forum, the must attend event for the for the comedy business.
Now in its third year, the TV comedy Forum brings together key commissioners, creative talent and commercial powerhouses for a day of contentious debate, inspiration and entertainment.
The forum will help you to unlock creative and revenue opportunities in comedy, boosting your chances of success in a crowded marketplace.
Want the latest commissioning, commercial and creative information in Comedy and Entertainment? Don’t miss the TV Entertainment Forum taking place the day after Comedy, the 24th September.
Chaired by Peter Fincham and featuring a keynote from Piers Morgan, book the Comedy and Entertainment Forums and you’ll save an extra £50!
"It is a pleasure to return to the hot seat at Broadcast's TV Comedy Forum. I know that it looks as if traditional half hour comedy is knackered and beyond the pocket of most channels but I intend to uncover innovation and opportunity in this ever resilient genre. We'll be putting the commissioners on the spot, hearing from some of our comedy heroes and asking top writers where they will be going next, on and offline. We may even get a sprinkle of humour along the way."
Jon Plowman, Executive Producer, BBC Productions
Join us in tackling the business critical issues facing the comedy industry and network with the people who have the power to make your project happen.
At the TV Comedy Forum you will:
Hear crucial budget, buying trends and multiplatform requirements from commissioners at leading comedy broadcasters
Gain a window on the creative influences of talent keynotes Harry Enfield and Frankie Boyle – put your questions to two of the most successful names in the business!
Gauge where online fits in your comedy strategy with contributions from leading platforms Funny or Die, YouTube, Comedy Demon and the BBC
Hear what makes the sitcom writer tick and why the game may be up for the traditional 30 minute show
Network with the people who may just hold the key to the future success of your project.
View the TV Comedy Forum programme and speaker line-up.
Only Me! This year’s TV Comedy Forum keynote can only be Harry Enfield! Creator of the Scousers, Loadsamoney and Wayne and Waynetta Slob, gain a window on what inspired the creation of the UK’s finest comedy characters!
