theatre, comedy
A hilarious and insightful insight into the public and private lives of Kenneth Williams.
about the production
Celebrated Kenneth Williams actor who portrayed Williams in 'Round the Horne: The 50th Anniversary Tour' tells the great man's story in his own words, using diary entries, anecdotes and some of the hilarious material for which he was best known.
about the artist
Apollo Theatre Company are one of the foremost producers of classic comedy shows in the UK, having produced major tours of radio comedies, Round the Horne, Hancock's Half Hour, The Goon Show and Steptoe & Son, as well as tributes to Kenneth Williams and, of course, Joyce Grenfell.
stage dimensions
width: 5 metres
height: 3 metres
depth: 3 metres
Simple staging using toured furniture and standard venue lighting and sound equipment.
Should appeal to anyone with an interest in Kenneth Williams or classic comedy in general. Realistically will appeal to an older demographic.
"Colin Elmer's Kenneth Williams was hilarious and endearing" - Reading Chronicle on 'Round the Horne'
"a performance which relies on finely-observed respect rather than pure mimicry" - Get West London on 'Round the Horne'
"[Elmer] replicates the mannerisms, facial gestures and, most importantly, the voice brilliantly" - The Reviews Hub on 'Round the Horne'
No issues.
Colin Elmer is a master of the radio interview which has proven to be a hugely successful marketing tool. A few lines in Kenneth Williams voice and people are hooked.
Standard deal is a guarantee or first call of £450 against a 70/30 split
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