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Arthur in Pantoland?

Invited to star in a local panto, Arthur is excited over a possible return to the stage. Stars Steve Delaney.

Count Arthur is saved from the seemingly simple task of writing his Christmas cards by a call from the Vicar. An invitation to star in the local pantomime gets Arthur excited about possible return to the stage.

Count Arthur Strong - one time Variety Star, now sole proprietor and owner of Doncaster's Academy of Performance - is a show business legend, raconteur, and lecturer extraordinaire. All false starts and nervous fumbling badly covered up by a delicate sheen of bravado and self-assurance, and an expert in everything from the world of entertainment to the origin of the species, everyday life with Arthur is an enlightening experience.

This episode was the first return of the long running series as a seasonal special and was produced by John Leonard and Mark Radcliffe. The show features Count Arthur and his erstwhile prot茅g茅 Malcolm (Terry Kilkelly), surrounded by a host of regular characters created by his Radio Repertory Company - Mel Giedroyc, Alastair Kerr and Dave Mounfield. Dave, who played amongst others the much-loved characters Jerry and Geoffrey, sadly died in March 2020. His final Count Arthur recordings were two Christmas specials recorded in Autumn 2019, the first of which aired on Christmas Day 2019 and the second is yet to air. The 2020 hybrid return of the ever-popular family friendly sitcom is dedicated to Dave's memory.

A Komedia Entertainment production for 成人论坛 Radio 4.

30 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Count Arthur Strong Steve Delaney
Actor Mel Giedroyc
Actor Alastair Kerr
Actor Dave Mounfield
Actor Terry Kilkelly
Producer John Leonard
Producer Mark Radcliffe

Broadcasts

  • Boxing Day 2014 11:30
  • Christmas Eve 2015 10:30
  • Christmas Eve 2015 15:30
  • Christmas Day 2015 03:30
  • Fri 27 Nov 2020 11:30

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