Bøker av Brian Luff

Muddleton is a comic novel about the Hogg-Marchmont family ‿ a dysfunctional and delusional aristocratic dynasty ‿ as they desperately try to save their beloved ancestral home from demolition.

"Jean-Paul Sartre had eyes that looked indifferent directions, so you never really knew in which direction he was philosophising."This book is about nothing. In mathematics there's only one way for nothing to exist, but there are an infinite number of ways for there to be something. So "something" is therefore more stable than "nothing". Which means that the more cluttered the universe is, the more stable it becomes.Does this mean that clutter is good? Brian Luff sets out to prove that it does. Along the way he walks us through a card-carrying Philistine's view of Western philosophy. There'll also be football, internet dating, yoghurt- making and hundreds of bags of low fat cheese puffs.Plus, how do you play the game of Pogs, and whatconstitutes the perfect piece of toast? If all this sounds a bit complicated, don't worry, he dumbs it down quite a lot.Cheesy Wotsits and the History of Western Philosophy will change your life for at least ten minutes.

A selection of poems, both humorous and serious, about life in London and life in general. From a romantic Ode to the North Circular Road, to acautionary tale about recklessly driven baby buggies. From loss ofinnocence, to a hapless rant about the problems of having a racehorse living in the flat upstairs.If speed bumps are slowly destroying your car and you've just had your smartphone nicked by a kid on a moped, there's probably something for you in this odd little book.

Special edition of this popular paperback with bonus photo section and a brand new final chapter which brings the story up to date. When scriptwriters Georgina Sowerby and Brian Luff began recording podcasts in their spare bedroom in 2005, they had no way of knowing what an adventure they were embarking upon. Sex Tips for Pandas is the story of a couple from London whose podcasts touched the hearts of thousands and propelled them on a bizarre and comical trip around the world. It's also an intimate, often confessional book about a relationship, and a tantalizing glimpse at the none-too-glamorous side of the entertainment industry. For Brian and Georgina podcasting was an obsessive shared interest, a form of escapism from the real world which became the very glue that held their often difficult and complicated relationship together. Sprinkled throughout with showbiz anecdotes and bitchy behind-the-scenes gossip, Sex Tips For Pandas will amuse you, entertain you and ultimately inspire you.

From Homeland to Downton Abbey, X-Factor to Big Brother, Brian Luff has reviewed hundreds of TV shows and media events over the past couple of years - always with his own unique sense of humour and with his tongue firmly in his cheek. This was a turbulent time for the British media, as it was hit by scandal after scandal in the wake of the Jimmy Savile enquiry. Add to that the death of Margaret Thatcher, the appointment of a new Pope, the London Olympics and the anniversary of the Queen's coronation, and there have rarely been more lively times in the United Kingdom - much of which is covered in this compilation of columns, blogs and articles.

Boris the Panto is a fresh, whimsical, topical tale which tells the story of how Boris Johnson, like Dick Whittington before him, rose to become Mayor of London. Craftily adapted from Luff?s own panto script ""The Adventures of Dick Whittington"", this modern re-telling of a familiar favourite follows a very traditional panto format with an unlikely cast of villains, pirates, fairies, cats and rats crowbarred into Boris?s story.All the usual panto ingredients are there ? slapstick, sword fights, pacy sketch routines, audience participation and a great big loveable cat called Cameron who somehow manages to become Prime Minister. And the kids will love Doris Morris?s messy cake-making scene.Boris the Panto will take adults and kids alike on a highly original, politics-free journey featuring the blundering and bizarre adventures of the world's second most unlikely politician.

The Adventures of Dick Whittington is a fresh new version of this traditional family favourite, written by Channel 4 comedy writer Brian Luff.This snappy, modern panto script is crammed full of heroes, villains, pirates, fairies, cats and rats, and it has all your favourite panto ingredients - slapstick, sword fights, pacy routines, audience participation, topical references and a big loveable cat with real attitude and a penchant for witty on-liners. And the kids will love Thelma Pudding's messy cake-making scene.The Adventures of Dick Whittington will take adults and kids alike on a magical journey full of surprises and the happiest of Happy Ever Afters.

Based on "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, this fresh, funny new version of Scrooge, by Channel 4 comedy writer Brian Luff, takes the much-loved Christmas story and turns it into a traditional British pantomime. While staying true to the original story, and using lots of the original dialogue, the script includes plenty of snappy banter, knockabout humour, audience participation and slick, modern comedy routines.The production requires a very large cast with lots of parts for children. It features Mrs Fezziwig as the panto dame and an hilarious double act called McKinley & Maconie - a couple of out of work actors turnedcharity fundraisers. There's a messy slapstick "grape treading" routine with Mr & Mrs Fezziwig during Scrooge's journey with the Ghost of Christmas Present and the part of Jacob Marley's ghost is ideal for a comedian.Have a very Merry Christmas with Mr Scrooge!

Looking for a panto script? This bumper collection contains full length, tried and tested scripts for the top 5 most popular pantomimes of the last ten years.Channel 4 comedy writer Brian Luff's versions of Aladdin, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Jack & the Beanstalk and Dick Whittington have been performed in venues all over the UK. The shows all have big casts, loads of great parts, and are ideal for productions by amateur and pro-am theatre groups. The scripts are packed with slick comedy routines, hilarious sketches, messy slapstick and fast, snappy banter. NODA recently described Brian's Aladdin & the Pirates as "A very clever script with many modern twists. A superb example of the panto art!"Please note that a license must be obtained before performing any of the scripts in this book. For more information visit pantoscripts.biz

There's plenty of fast banter, funny patter and ridiculous rhyme to enjoy in this traditional panto script by Channel 4 comedy writer Brian Luff.It's a script packed with great new comedy routines. Hapless palace guards Kosh & Bosh have numerous opportunities to show off their comic chemistry, including a messy gym scene, a "Standing Very Still" sketch and a pacy routine about a bunch of "Spies Behind the Pork Pies".Meanwhile, Dame Plump & her farmhand Charlie perform an hilarious sketch called "Counting Potatoes", which may turn out to be a bit of a panto classic. Charlie also hooks up with handsome hero Jack for a very funny "Eye Test" routine. Jack and the Magical Beanstalk is traditional family pantomime at its very best.

This bright, new Cinderella pantomime script puts a number of fresh spins on the story, while at the same time delivering a traditional family panto with all the usual trimmings. It?s crammed with fast, snappy wordplay, accessible modern references and hilarious slapstick routines. There?s something for all the family! The emphasis is very much on comedy, which is provided by the Ugly Sisters as well as a daft duo of party planners called Mr Muggsy and Mr Puggsy who orchestrate the Grand Ball at the palace as well as spending most of their time trying to escape the romantic clutches of the Ugly Sisters. Audiences will love the messy wine tasting routine, the ?Skellington in the Cupboard? sketch in the haunted bedroom, and Buttons? hilarious vocal warm-up routine ?Har! Yar! Bibberty, bobberty, fiddly fish!? You?ll all go home saying it!

Written by Channel 4 comedy writer Brian Luff, this is a brand new pantomime version of Sleeping Beauty. It follows the traditional story to the letter, but is crammed full of sharply original comedy routines, slick banter and hilarious dialogue.One very special addition to this version is Roscoe, a cheeky, streetwise dog who adds a modern and slightly surreal flavour to many of the scenes.There's also a very funny "Test Your Strength" routine featuring dame and castle butler, and a slapstick "Changing the Duvet" routine which is set to become a panto classic. For more pantomime scripts by Brian Luff go to pantoscripts.biz.

Aladdin & the Pirates is a brand new script for a traditional family pantomime, created by Channel 4 comedy writer and indie producer Brian Luff. Kids love pirates and this script puts a fresh spin on the traditional Aladdin story. It will delight both the swashbuckling little ones and their parents. There are plenty of topical references to pop stars, celebrities and TV shows in Aladdin & the Pirates and the script is packed with both physical, slapstick humour and snappy wordplay. All your favourite panto moments are there, from ÒBehind You!!!Ó to booing the baddies and cheering the Principal Boy. Plus, some unforgettable guest appearances from Christmas favourite Monty the Penguin.