Afleveringen
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Actor and writer, Mark Farrelly, talks about creating his own solo productions which include material about Quentin Crisp, Derek Jarman and Patrick Hamilton. Mark describes how his solo shows came to fruition, and discusses the logistics of writing, performing and producing the projects. Why do these particular characters, (including comedian, Frankie Howerd), fascinate him? Why did Mark want to create his own opportunities andâŠWhatâs it like being the only one on stage?
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First created in the 1960âs and going on to enjoy chart success in the Uk, USA, Japan and most of Europe, The Three Degrees are still performing and Valerie Holiday, who joined in 1967, talks about the THEN and NOW of being with the group.. and how the 2024 tour is wowing their fans.
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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As well as winning, âEurovisionâ- âBucks Fizzâ, had 3 UK no1 hits. One of their songs, âNew Beginningâ, is an apt title to describe whatâs happening for three of the originals. Cheryl Baker talks about how the band were forced to change their name, about Mike Nolan leaving and about her and Jay Aston looking for a replacement. Letâs go on tour with.. âThe Fizzâ!
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âYOUâRE IN THE MIXâ
This is what a performer hears when theyâre down to the last few for a role in a show. Jane Deitch offers a fascinating glimpse into the TV and Theatre world of the Casting Director whilst offering some vital âdoâs and donâtsâ for those auditions!
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LETâS DO THE SHOW RIGHT HERE! with Celia Mackay
A magical woodland glade in 39 acres of beautiful Leicestershire countryside is the setting for one of the UKâs leading outdoor theatrical venues. Kilworth House Theatre was created by Celia Mackay and this is her story of how it all happened and how a classic musical is staged at Kilworth every summer.
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PETER DICKSON - COME ON DOWN!
He is one of the most successful voice-over artists ever and in this episode, Peter Dickson takes us behind the microphone to explain how his became the voice saying, âCOME ON DOWNâ, on, âThe Price Is Rightâ⊠andâŠâITâS TIME, TO FACE, THE MUSICâ, on, âThe X Factorâ. Just two of his classic vocal creations amongst so many others. His career path is an interesting one and heâs got some excellent advice for any voice-over performers out there.
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In July 2024, on the beautiful grass courts of Devonshire Park in Eastbourne, a pre Wimbledon professional tennis tournament celebrated a 50th anniversary. So many famous players have taken part over the years and the new tournament director, Rebecca James talks about the pressures of running such a major tennis event.
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The well established and vastly experienced actress Louise Jameson joined the ITV soap, EMMERDALE, in 2022 as Mary Goskirk. Here she describes, in detail, how the role came her way and the everyday workings of being a series regular.
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RAIN NEVER STOPS PLAY
Director and choreographer, Lee Proud takes us through the process of staging one of the best loved musicals ever, âSinginâ In The Rainâ. The setting is Kilworth House Theatre in the Leicestershire countryside. This 500-seater, woodland glade venue in 39 acres provides a theatrical challenge, especially in a production where it HAS to pour down for every show!
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SPAIN THROUGH MUSIC
In 2017, Flamenco guitarist Daniel Martinez created his own company which has received awards and rave reviews. Together with his wife, the dancer Gabriela Pouso, they talk about their 2024 UK and Europe tour.
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In 1987, Yvette Fielding joined Mark to co-present, âBlue Peterâ. These days she frightens herself and millions of viewers as she spends scary nights on location in the series she created, âMost Hauntedâ. Yvette tells Mark how the show happened and describes filming the programme.
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Debbie McGee reached the final of, âStrictly Come Dancingâ, in 2017 and takes Mark through her personal experience on TVâs biggest show. Learning those routines, the live performances, the costumes, her partnership with Signore Pernice, how the show changed her life - itâs all here.
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Showbiz legend, the super talented Bonnie Langford talks about rehearsals and preparations for each role she plays and what makes her say yes to certain shows but no to others.
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THANK YOU, MALTA!
In 1993, it was pop star Sonia, the girl with the big voice, who represented the UK in The Eurovision Song Contest. Here she describes, in fascinating detail, her Eurovision experience in Ireland and how losing by one single point ruined her Saturday night!
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BEING GREEN with Alexia Khadime
In the dressing room during his final week as, âThe Wizardâ, in the London production of Wicked, Mark Curry talks with the current, âElphabaâ, Alexia Khadime, about how the show came her way, TWICE and about the pressure of playing this iconic role 8 times a week.
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