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Ronnie Barker At The Beeb
Ronnie Barker At The Beeb

Ronnie Barker At The Beeb

HUMOR

1 Pages, 5 x 5.5

CD, $24.95 (US $24.95)

Publication Date: October 2004

ISBN 9780563527701

Rights: US

BBC Books (Oct 2004)
BBC Audio

Available from local and national retailers throughout the US.
 

Overview

Few are better at reducing people to tears of mirth than Ronnie Barker. Here, in a classic compilation, is the incomparable laughter-maker with some of the great highlights from a stellar radio and TV career that spanned more than 30 years. From his early radio showsFloggit’s, The Navy Lark, and Lines from my Grandfather’s Forehead—to his television successes The Frost Report, Porridge, Open All Hours, and, of course, The Two Ronnies, he entertained the nation with his versatility, quick-wittedness, and sheer comic genius. This collection showcases Ronnie Barker at his brilliant best, encompassing songs, extracts from Porridge and Open All Hours, and much-loved sketches from The Two Ronnies.

Author Biography

Ronnie Barker was one of the greatest entertainers of his generation, loved by millions for his roles in classic shows Open All Hours, Porridge, and The Frost Report. Ronnie Barker began writing and performing in radio shows such as The Navy Lark. Barker met his comedy partner Ronnie Corbett while working on The Frost Report. Legend has it that they were signed up by the BBC after they impressed producers by filling in when a technical hitch occurred during the BAFTA awards. A gifted character actor as well as comedy writer, Barker went to star in classic sitcoms Open All Hours and Porridge.