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Book Review - John Cleese: So, Anyway... Nov 6, 2014

When we think of John Cleese, we may think of silly walks, ex parrots or even A Fish Called Wanda. We may ask ourselves who started the war. Or the correct way to make a Waldorf Salad. But John Cleese – that master of comedy and legend of Monty Python, Fawlty Towers and laughter in general – is much more than that. He is also very tall. More →

Be A Bruce With Monty Python For Charity Jun 10, 2014

A new charity auction is giving you a chance to be a “Bruce” with Monty Python! More →

Big Names Push Campaign For A Free And Responsible Press Mar 19, 2014

An unprecedented coalition of more than 200 leading figures have joined victims of past press abuse to send a strong message to newspaper bosses: don’t repeat the mistakes of the past – embrace the Leveson Royal Charter and give the British public a free and responsible press. More →

Small Steps Project Celebrity Shoe Auction On Now Dec 11, 2013

The Small Steps Project Celebrity Shoe Auction is on now – all of the celebrity shoes are available to bid on now until the 15th December on eBay More →

Amnesty International To Release DVD And CD Of Human Rights Concerts Oct 11, 2013

Thirty-six of the world’s leading musicians performing some of their biggest hits live in concert are featured in Amnesty International's latest music project, which will be released in North America on Tuesday, Nov. 5 – distributed by Shout! Factory. More →

Stars Line Up For The Return Of The Secret Policeman's Ball Jan 25, 2012

The Secret Policeman’s Ball is back – and it’s heading for America! More →

John Cleese Fans Create Book For Charity Jun 11, 2010

Fans of British comedy actor John Cleese have produced a book to celebrate the star’s birthday, with all proceeds going to charity. More →

Jon Lovitz Leads Silly Walks For Charity Nov 17, 2009

October 2009 marked the beginning of the 40th Anniversary year for the classic comedy team Monty Python, and comedian Jon Lovitz is spearheading a charity event to celebrate. More →

John Cleese Talks For Lemurs Aug 5, 2009

Veteran comedian John Cleese has made a new video to benefit charity. More →

Comedians Are Most Amused For Prince Charles Oct 16, 2008

Robin Williams, John Cleese and Rowan Atkinson lead the line-up of comedic talent that will perform at “We Are Most Amused” next month. The night of comedy will help celebrate Prince Charles' 60th birthday, as well as benefit the Prince's Trust. More →

Igor Helps Fight Malaria In Africa Oct 7, 2008

John Cusack's new animated film, Igor, is helping to raise awareness of the threat of malaria in Africa. More →

Secret Policeman's Ball Returns This Weekend Oct 2, 2008

Amnesty International has revealed some of the names to take part in its famous comedy event The Secret Policeman’s Ball, which returns to London’s Royal Albert Hall on Saturday 4 October. More →

Return of the Secret Policeman's Ball Sep 26, 2006

In 1979, John Cleese headlined the first of a series of performances entitled ‘The Secret Policeman’s Ball’. The show was to raise awareness of Amnesty International UK, which it certainly achieved. Amnesty International UK stated that after the first 3 shows, public awareness of AIUK increased by 700%. More →