From helming and starring in major comedy movies, to turning up on many panel shows, women are much more visibly taking the stage, and being funny. Our panel covers the broad range of TV comedy, from commissioning to stand-up, and celebrates the growth in the comedy talent pool.

Chair: Nadine Dereza,

Panellists:
Saskia Schuster, Commissioning Editor, Comedy, ITV
Sophie Taitt, Head of Production, Comedy, BBC
Lynne Parker, Founder and CEO of Funny Women
and Stage Award winner in the 2016 Funny Women Awards, Harriet Braine