Thinking About Writing

Talking About Sketch Comedy with Gemma Arrowsmith

Robin Taylor Season 2 Episode 4

This week we're joined by Empress of the sketch, Gemma Arrowsmith, as we think about the mechanics and qualities which can make for hilarious and effective sketches, how to be economic with your writing and extolling the virtues of creating comedy for radio.

You can find out more on Gemma's website http://gemmaarrowsmith.com/
Listen to her sketch show here https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001c6v8

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Mixing by Peter Thompson
Music by Chris Stamper 
Illustration by Matt Miles https://www.instagram.com/datmattmiles/
Design by Adam Smith