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Spotlight on Bill Maynard

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

The first in this year's series of five one-man shows in which established entertainers look back over their show business careers.

One of the most famous stand-up variety comedians, Bill Maynard has shown his versatility by entertaining us on radio, in panto, in film and even as a straight actor. He has enjoyed enormous success starring in popular television series like The Gaffer, Selwyn Froggitt and Life of Riley.

Tonight in an intimate theatre setting, he dares you not to laugh at some of the amusing highlights in his varied career.

Introduced by Gordon Peters
Recorded at the College Theatre, Melton Mowbray

Feature: page 15

Contributors

Presenter:
Gordon Peters
Subject:
Bill Maynard
Lighting:
Derek Price
Producer:
Don Sayer
Source: Radio Times

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