The Legendary Danny La Rue Takes Last Bow. — Page 2
#29
1974 and revived in 1977.
Not really a pantomime but played 2 christmas seasons.
Also played Palace Theatre, Manchester and the Bristol Hippodrome in the years between the London seasons.
Posted: 7/14/09 at 8:37pm
1974 and revived in 1977.
Not really a pantomime but played 2 christmas seasons.
Also played Palace Theatre, Manchester and the Bristol Hippodrome in the years between the London seasons.
#30
Posted: 7/14/09 at 8:46pm
Interesting to see Rod Hull and Emu listed amongst the casts of these pantos.
That act started out as part of a 1960's Sydney (Australia) based childrens show called The Super Flying Fun Show where Rod Hull & Emu were sort of sidekicks to the hostess for a couple of years. After a few years the show went off the air and Rod Hull disappeared completely, then a some years later he started appearing on British TV (with a different emu). Is he still around?
That act started out as part of a 1960's Sydney (Australia) based childrens show called The Super Flying Fun Show where Rod Hull & Emu were sort of sidekicks to the hostess for a couple of years. After a few years the show went off the air and Rod Hull disappeared completely, then a some years later he started appearing on British TV (with a different emu). Is he still around?
#31
He worked right up until his death in 1999.
He was at home watching sport with his family, the TV reception went funny and he went to the roof to move the aerial and fell to his death.
His son revived the act recently and now tours theatres and I think he is on kids TV.
Posted: 7/14/09 at 8:52pm
He worked right up until his death in 1999.
He was at home watching sport with his family, the TV reception went funny and he went to the roof to move the aerial and fell to his death.
His son revived the act recently and now tours theatres and I think he is on kids TV.
Updated On: 7/14/09 at 08:52 PM
#32
Posted: 7/14/09 at 8:55pm
Obviously didn't have cable. Thanks for that.
#33
Posted: 7/14/09 at 8:57pm
and you must have seen the famous 'Parkinson' interview!
#34
Posted: 7/14/09 at 9:09pm
Derek Nimmo in BABES IN THE WOOD (1972). This would have been his first stage appearance after CHARLIE GIRL which wound up it's Australian/NZ tour in Wellington late August of that year. And Anna Neagle was still at it in 1985 ! She would have been either 81 or 85 depending on what book you consult.
#35
'Mother Goose'
Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham 1985
Lionel Jeffries co-stars.
Posted: 7/15/09 at 7:29am
'Mother Goose'
Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham 1985
Lionel Jeffries co-stars.
#37
Posted: 7/15/09 at 8:27am
No way! This weekend, my grandad got a load of photos out and he has a hand written duplicate ticket for Aladdin with Cilla Black at the Palladium! He kept it aside to show me because I work in theatre, bless him. It's the only thing he's ever seen in London.
I bloody love my Grandad. He's great.
I bloody love my Grandad. He's great.
Updated On: 7/15/09 at 08:27 AM
#38
Posted: 7/15/09 at 9:24am
mama, I'd heard that your performance as the goose was some of your finest work.
#39
Posted: 7/15/09 at 9:28am
The egg shell ballet was my speciality
#40
Posted: 7/15/09 at 1:09pm
Did not know Danny La Rue, but very sad to read, RIP.
#41
Posted: 7/15/09 at 2:12pm
"Lionel Jeffries co-stars"
They must have worked well together since they were both in Hello Dolly as well.
They must have worked well together since they were both in Hello Dolly as well.
#42
Posted: 7/29/11 at 11:24am
I must correct these comments as a friend of Annie's She was not his sister but his close friend and confidante, La rue didnt have a 'massive' stroke he was still very functional and indeed worked on several 'small scale' shows after the slight stroke. Barbara windsor is a smug two faced c***! she only came on the scene to see Dan in his last days and couldnt even be bothered to attend a 'Tribute show' which i was involved with at the London Palladium for danny two years ago.
To err is human, Forgive Divine.......
#43
Posted: 7/29/11 at 11:32am
I couldn't agree more.
Sadly, in his last days Danny, who I worked with in the 80s, was surrounded by a bunch of magpies all after something.
As for 'best mate' Ms Windsor, I think the word you meant was CUNT!
RIP Dan, you still entertain me and there will never ever be another you.
Sadly, in his last days Danny, who I worked with in the 80s, was surrounded by a bunch of magpies all after something.
As for 'best mate' Ms Windsor, I think the word you meant was CUNT!
RIP Dan, you still entertain me and there will never ever be another you.
#44
Posted: 7/30/11 at 7:50am
Very well put!!!!!!! LOL However lets not turn dear Dan into a Saint here, he could be an awkward cuss and upset an awful lot of people over the years, i can think of several 'impressarios' who refused to give him work and had no time for him or his financial problems in the latter years sadly. However he was a good entertainer and loved the 'business'. may he rest in peace and rise in glory!! x
To err is human, Forgive Divine.......
#45
Posted: 7/30/11 at 8:38am
I've only ever been able to see clips of Danny on T.V and Internet but its everything I love. I loved reading the article on his costumes auction- so many stories behind each outfit. Wished I'd been an industry professional and could have afforded one. I also love Barbara Windsor but its always interesting to hear the insider stories!!
#46
Posted: 7/30/11 at 10:57am
dear MamasDoinFine, sorry to semi hijack the thread, only have ever seen bits of Danny on telly. But I do have to tell you I love your avatars, this current one is my fave -i adore Julie Andrews and STAR!, and your pics that you post are just wonderful. A question for you, Have you got any of the marquee of the Dominion when STAR! was playing there.? I have only been able to get a half shot of the theatre and marquee on what is supposed to be the July 1968 premiere. Sorry for the bother and thank you.
#47
Posted: 1/15/12 at 9:30pm
I have been collecting Danny La Rue costumes and related media for some time now and was wondering if anyone was in contact with Anne Galbraith? I have a few pieces i would like verified belonging to Danny.Or if any one had any images of Danny as Vera Lynn which i think was from PRivates on Parade? any help would be most welcome
#48
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Posted: 1/15/12 at 9:40pm
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Updated On: 1/15/12 at 09:40 PM
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