Bad News: Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders, the UK's greatest female comedy double act of the last three decades are bringing their partnership to a close. After 30 years together spent making the nation roar with laughter, they are finally calling a halt to their sketch-show. Time to reach for the hankies.

Good News: But it’s not all doom and gloom for the pair’s legions of fans; Dawn and Jennifer are embarking on a nationwide farewell tour entitled ‘Still Alive 2008’, which is coming to London.

Even Gooder News: Tickets to French & Saunders: Still Alive 2008 at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane are onsale and available here, now! Buy your tickets while you can…