Step into the golden era of British radio comedy! Mad Waves: BBC Radio Comedy's Golden Era chronicles the programs, personalities, and punchlines that shaped Britain's airwaves from 1939 to the early 1970s. Explore the wartime charm of Band Waggon, the anarchic genius of The Goon Show, the sharp realism of Hancock's Half Hour, and the risqué brilliance of Round the Horne. With behind-the-scenes stories, analysis of writing and performance, this book is perfect for fans, historians, and anyone curious about the craft of comedy. Learn how catchphrases were born, how writers navigated censorship, and why these shows still resonate today. Written by Quentin Rhodes, a lifelong student of radio comedy with experience in Footlights, repertory theatre, and directing local dramatic societies, Mad Waves is a celebration of laughter, creativity, and British cultural history.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Step into the golden era of British radio comedy!Mad Waves: BBC Radio Comedy's Golden Era chronicles the programs, personalities, and punchlines that shaped Britain's airwaves from 1939 to the early 1970s. Explore the wartime charm of Band Waggon, the anarchic genius of The Goon Show, the sharp realism of Hancock's Half Hour, and the risque brilliance of Round the Horne.With behind-the-scenes stories, analysis of writing and performance, this book is perfect for fans, historians, and anyone curious about the craft of comedy. Learn how catchphrases were born, how writers navigated censorship, and why these shows still resonate today.Written by Quentin Rhodes, a lifelong student of radio comedy with experience in Footlights, repertory theatre, and directing local dramatic societies, Mad Waves is a celebration of laughter, creativity, and British cultural history. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798235353077
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Step into the golden era of British radio comedy!Mad Waves: BBC Radio Comedy's Golden Era chronicles the programs, personalities, and punchlines that shaped Britain's airwaves from 1939 to the early 1970s. Explore the wartime charm of Band Waggon, the anarchic genius of The Goon Show, the sharp realism of Hancock's Half Hour, and the risque brilliance of Round the Horne.With behind-the-scenes stories, analysis of writing and performance, this book is perfect for fans, historians, and anyone curious about the craft of comedy. Learn how catchphrases were born, how writers navigated censorship, and why these shows still resonate today.Written by Quentin Rhodes, a lifelong student of radio comedy with experience in Footlights, repertory theatre, and directing local dramatic societies, Mad Waves is a celebration of laughter, creativity, and British cultural history. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798235353077
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Step into the golden era of British radio comedy!Mad Waves: BBC Radio Comedy's Golden Era chronicles the programs, personalities, and punchlines that shaped Britain's airwaves from 1939 to the early 1970s. Explore the wartime charm of Band Waggon, the anarchic genius of The Goon Show, the sharp realism of Hancock's Half Hour, and the risque brilliance of Round the Horne.With behind-the-scenes stories, analysis of writing and performance, this book is perfect for fans, historians, and anyone curious about the craft of comedy. Learn how catchphrases were born, how writers navigated censorship, and why these shows still resonate today.Written by Quentin Rhodes, a lifelong student of radio comedy with experience in Footlights, repertory theatre, and directing local dramatic societies, Mad Waves is a celebration of laughter, creativity, and British cultural history. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798235353077
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