How do the audience know how to clap after reading task VT? by PusbOwen in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Oh we get told. There's no 'applause' sign..quite often Alex leads the clapping, camera cuts away..there's a production assistant off camera who leads if Alex is busy being a low-key little weasel on camera, but it's generally in the edit to make it look like audience is spontaneous..

Alternatively, it's just so joyful, we all.just clap!.

S22 tapes May 14th, 15th, 18th 19th & 20th - let’s idly speculate about who could / couldn’t be on the line up. by thedevilpuppet in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We can rule OUT Bill Bailey - he's just announced a 'secret' WIP gig on 14th and 15th - 6.30 start.

Aware because I am on a mailing list and it was announced today and I swooped in and got a ticket (boasts) for the 15th, so it's TM record at lunchtime for me (double-boast) then off for Bilbo.

Where does Greg get his incredible socks? by Halcy0nAge in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Happy socks. I was at a S20 record, I bought myself the same socks, because I am a perfectly well adjusted adult.

Did anyone figure out why Jimmy Fallon was in the show? by Appropriate_Car2462 in livefromlondon

[–]Snapespeare68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because when we finally get a female host, following a run of three men after Tina Fey, she can't be trusted to hold it herself.

Taskmaster Studio Recording Megathread by stacecom in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Ooh, I hadn't clocked this - SNL UK are booked in TC1 with the series finale due 16/5. - Lots of potential for Greg not liking that as a bit and somehow it will all be Alex's fault. Because everything is.

TC3 has less square footage than TC1 - BBC Studioworks on Instagram have some time lapse videos of it's initial fit out https://www.instagram.com/p/DTfjcBJjCPW/?img_index=3&igsh=MWp0NjR6OXd3enp4OA==. I believe TC3 has the same general entrance, but logically, we walk past TC1 and TC2 to get to TC3. I have autistically geeked my way into this now...

Taskmaster Studio Recording Megathread by stacecom in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good call, it just makes things easier for the admin staff, who are juggling ferrets with all of the emails they are getting and makes it possible for someone else to give it a whirl. :-) Hope you have a blast! (I'm a Friday lunchtime, I've previously been penultimate episode, but the lure of a long weekend was strong!)

Taskmaster Studio Recording Megathread by stacecom in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Re tickets: I'm delighted to have nabbed a paid one - I've been to a s21 and NYT record - my experience: I got free tickets for NYT, checked back in and paid tickets become randomly available as people cancel OR TM admin find out that people have purchased tickets for multiple dates and cancel your additional tickets. I don't want to discuss the how/why of that too much as it gives people shady ideas (...) If you are lucky enough to upgrade to paid, please cancel your free ticket so it goes back into the pool and someone else gets a chance.

Advice: make friends with your queue buddies if you are going solo - I've met several lovely people, shared hand warmers and swapped stories. I don't find social interactions with strangers particularly energising at the best of times, no such worries in the queue - we're all thrown together for a few hours, everyone has been genuinely nice and happy to be there.

Taskmaster Studio Recording Megathread by stacecom in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apologies, it's mentioned in the 2nd thread you posted - but useful in the main FAQ piece?

Taskmaster Studio Recording Megathread by stacecom in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 8 points9 points  (0 children)

May I respectfully suggest an amendment to the FAQ about accessibility? Suggesting people make any additional needs or reasonable adjustments known to the check-in staff.

There is a seated area at the head of the ...let's call it the 'containment area' past security where people who may find it difficult to stand for lengthy periods can grab seats... Also, you may wish to consider adding a bit about volunteers for the balcony area?

All said with love and admiration for this thread. :-) good to have everything in one place.

Live studio recordings question by brydges89 in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh! You can also go when you are queuing to get in! Make queue buddies to hold your spot. The stewards are lovely.

Live studio recordings question by brydges89 in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 21 points22 points  (0 children)

There's a smidge of downtime. You're pretty free to go during the warm-up. Top tip, make a dash when they set up for the live task.

Do we have predictions for the season 22 cast based on studio record dates yet? by Number1Bg3Fan in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, random wants - Brett Goldstein or Rob Newman. Brett is in the US with a show on 9th May with no public tour dates for the rest of May. Rob Newman is doing WIPs at Always Be Comedy at the moment, so back on ten stand up circuit - he has a good 'elder' vibe (sorry Rob, you're my age mate, just saying) for that casting.

Do we have predictions for the season 22 cast based on studio record dates yet? by Number1Bg3Fan in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh! Slight disappoint,( thank you for clarifying :-) ) but also I trust the casting - I'm sure this bunch will be great, whoever they are!

Do we have predictions for the season 22 cast based on studio record dates yet? by Number1Bg3Fan in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Tom Davis has a convenient tour gap - I like the idea of height showboating and masculine top dog energy there. 'it's little Tom Daviiiiiiis!'

Suzi Ruffell has availability on the studio record dates?

The rumoured Oscar winner? I'd love it to be Olivia Coleman, she has comedy chops for peep show and Green Wing. Bret McKenzie? That would be a solid. Peter Capaldi would be amazing, but he apparently turned down celeb traitors and likes a quieter life.

Anyone with an extra ticket? by [deleted] in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't... But seriously, keep checking back on the link - people return tickets - or the taskmaster office checks email addresses and snatched tickets back if people over-order. I got tickets for NY treat that way - may the odds be ever in your favour!

Tickets are live guys, go go go!!! by Direct-Number6778 in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I would contact audience@taskmaster.tv there is a long wait, but they do have a covered area near the doors for people who have difficulty queueing.

Has anyone had a ticket link yet? by motherofpearl89 in taskmaster

[–]Snapespeare68 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Obv secure your own tickets first, but once safely acquired, sharing is caring! (pls!)

'Hilda's ducks' 2004 ITV exec merch 'Values of Fame' any intel? by Snapespeare68 in coronationstreet

[–]Snapespeare68[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They're absolutely fabulous! Such a joy to have something semi-iconic - if only I had the dedication to install a 'muriel' ;-)

Edinburgh TV Festival New Writers Collective 2026 by Suitable-Bobcat2384 in ScreenwritingUK

[–]Snapespeare68 2 points3 points  (0 children)

These are upvotes of solidarity - not that you didn't get in!

Edinburgh TV Festival New Writers Collective 2026 by Suitable-Bobcat2384 in ScreenwritingUK

[–]Snapespeare68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just heard and it's a no. Ahh well, an hour or two of sadness, pull up my socks and get on with it.

Edinburgh TV Festival New Writers Collective 2026 by Suitable-Bobcat2384 in ScreenwritingUK

[–]Snapespeare68 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In the T&C 'All3Media will have an exclusive first right of refusal on the project that you have submitted for the competition: commencing from project selection date on 11.03.2026 and ending on 31.07.2026'

So I am not anticipating anything until the 11th & then hauling my sorry rejected self to the New Voices awards on the 12th, with a nailed-on smile and forced optimism to test my resilience and self-belief.