Who will follow in the footsteps of some of stand-up's biggest names? Fresh new talent aim to impress the judges in a nationwide search for the next breakout comedy star. Formerly BBC Radio 4 New Comedy Awards
Where to Watch BBC New Comedy Awards • Season 2022
7 Episodes
Deptford
E1
DeptfordThanyia Moore is joined by Kerry Godliman, Babatunde Aleshe and Fern Brady as five new comics battle it out for a place in the grand final in Cardiff.
Exeter
E2
ExeterHost Jayde Adams is joined at the Corn Exchange, Exeter, by judges Laura Smyth, Leroy Brito and Fern Brady as five new comics battle it out for a place in the grand final.
Derry
E3
DerryCatherine Bohart hosts from the Guildhall, Derry, as five hopefuls battle it out for a place in the grand final. Head judge Fern Brady is joined on the panel by Shane Todd and Alison Spittle.
Kilmarnock
E4
KilmarnockGlaswegian stand-up Christopher MacArthur-Boyd hosts the latest heat from Kilmarnock in East Ayrshire, where he is joined by Josie Long, Susan Riddell and head judge Fern Brady.
Middlesbrough
E5
MiddlesbroughLauren Pattison hosts the latest heat from Middlesbrough Town Hall, where five hopefuls vie for a place in the grand final. Head judge Fern Brady is joined on the panel by Jonny Pelham and Ria Lina.
Coventry
E6
CoventryJosh Pugh hosts the sixth heat from The Box at FarGo Village, Coventry. Joining Fern Brady on the judging panel are Brummie comic Kai Samra and Black Country comedian Darren Harriott.
The Final
E7
The FinalThe six finalists take to the stage at the National Concert Hall of Wales in Cardiff.
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