Possible Clues:

• "The Big Bang Theory," e.g.
• Funny programme cut -- first by two-thirds, then a half
• The cost I'm made is all for show
• Monastic order rejecting impertinent show of levity
• 'Humorous drama based on situations, in short (6)'
• Funny programme -- it has company engaged in S&M
• ''The Office'' or ''30 Rock''
• "Seinfeld" or "Frasier"
• "Being on a __ stops me from getting Alzheimer's": Jerry Stiller
• Half-hour telecast, often