Hinge & Bracket Comedy Classic TV Tribute
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We note with regret that the BBC has not broadcast the television recordings of Hinge and Bracket for many years.
WE APPLAUD THE COMEDY AND MUSICIANSHIP OF PATRICK FYFFE AND GEORGE LOGAN, CREATORS OF DAME HILDA BRACKET AND DR EVADNE HINGE, valuing their contribution to light entertainment, and commending their work in the fields of character comedy and musical variety.
For thirty years, the comedy of Hinge and Bracket commanded audience affection, celebrating the world of operetta and musical theatre, and combining musical virtuosity with affectionate mockery and mischief. In this, they were original, innovative and unique of their time. Today their contribution to music and light opera continues through Patrick Fyffe's legacy, the DAME HILDA BRACKET TRUST, which supports Sadlers Wells.
We believe that THE HINGE AND BRACKET TELEVISION RECORDINGS, made by the BBC between 1976 and 1985, are an important record of these talented entertainers, and that they BELONG AMONG THE CLASSICS OF BRITISH COMEDY. Therefore it is our sincere request that the BBC, as custodian of this material, should share these recordings with a new generation of viewers by re-broadcasting them. We also hope that the BBC will agree to make a new tribute documentary, to accompany these shows and place them in context.
WE HEREBY PETITION THE BBC TO SUPPORT A REVIVAL OF INTEREST IN HINGE AND BRACKET, A TREASURE OF BRITISH COMEDY, AND TO RUN A "HINGE AND BRACKET SEASON" ON TELEVISION, COMPRISING ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS:
The televised Hinge and Bracket concerts (Gala Evenings)
All three series of the situation comedy Dear Ladies (or a best of selection)
A new tribute documentary celebrating the art of Hinge and Bracket, and exploring the ingredients which made this act enjoyable on so many levels
A number of new short television interviews with George Logan to accompany broadcasts of the concerts and episodes of the comedy series.
We would also draw your attention to the approaching 10th ANNIVERSARY OF PATRICK FYFFE'S DEATH on May 11th 2012, and suggest that this occasion offers A SPECIAL REASON FOR ACKNOWLEDGING HINGE AND BRACKET'S CONTRIBUTION TO ENTERTAINMENT, and paying tribute to their work.
Evidence of enduring regard for this classic comedy act can be found at the following links:
- http://www.hingeandbracket-official.co.uk/
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hinge_and_Bracket
WE APPLAUD THE COMEDY AND MUSICIANSHIP OF PATRICK FYFFE AND GEORGE LOGAN, CREATORS OF DAME HILDA BRACKET AND DR EVADNE HINGE, valuing their contribution to light entertainment, and commending their work in the fields of character comedy and musical variety.
For thirty years, the comedy of Hinge and Bracket commanded audience affection, celebrating the world of operetta and musical theatre, and combining musical virtuosity with affectionate mockery and mischief. In this, they were original, innovative and unique of their time. Today their contribution to music and light opera continues through Patrick Fyffe's legacy, the DAME HILDA BRACKET TRUST, which supports Sadlers Wells.
We believe that THE HINGE AND BRACKET TELEVISION RECORDINGS, made by the BBC between 1976 and 1985, are an important record of these talented entertainers, and that they BELONG AMONG THE CLASSICS OF BRITISH COMEDY. Therefore it is our sincere request that the BBC, as custodian of this material, should share these recordings with a new generation of viewers by re-broadcasting them. We also hope that the BBC will agree to make a new tribute documentary, to accompany these shows and place them in context.
WE HEREBY PETITION THE BBC TO SUPPORT A REVIVAL OF INTEREST IN HINGE AND BRACKET, A TREASURE OF BRITISH COMEDY, AND TO RUN A "HINGE AND BRACKET SEASON" ON TELEVISION, COMPRISING ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS:
The televised Hinge and Bracket concerts (Gala Evenings)
All three series of the situation comedy Dear Ladies (or a best of selection)
A new tribute documentary celebrating the art of Hinge and Bracket, and exploring the ingredients which made this act enjoyable on so many levels
A number of new short television interviews with George Logan to accompany broadcasts of the concerts and episodes of the comedy series.
We would also draw your attention to the approaching 10th ANNIVERSARY OF PATRICK FYFFE'S DEATH on May 11th 2012, and suggest that this occasion offers A SPECIAL REASON FOR ACKNOWLEDGING HINGE AND BRACKET'S CONTRIBUTION TO ENTERTAINMENT, and paying tribute to their work.
Evidence of enduring regard for this classic comedy act can be found at the following links:
- http://www.hingeandbracket-official.co.uk/
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hinge_and_Bracket
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GEORGE C
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- THE GREATEST COMEDY DUO EVER!!!
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James I
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karen p
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June D
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Elizabeth
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JonathanWalker
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- These comedy classics deserve to be seen by a new generation
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Stephen B
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- their joyous comedy was life-enhancing
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Dr Mark G
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- Please let the new generation see the talent of these wonderfull ladies.
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Mike R
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- I saw them perform live at the Sparrows Nest, Lowestoft. Happy memories.
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Michael John C
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T. L
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- Please bring them back!
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Derek J
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- Good Comedy of this caliber deserves to be seen by as many people as possible
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richard a a
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Andrew
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- Hours and hours of entertainment, never will there be any duo so talented
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Ian K J
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jamie g
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Mary G
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karen s
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Alistair M
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Yvone F
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- Brilliant, never to be forgotten artists, please repeat their programmes
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steve g
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- please show them again
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Anne A
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- I would dearly love to see repeats of Hinge and Bracket,they were fabulous and so entertaining.
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andrew h
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- hinge and bracket is the best
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Michelle P
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- BBC please bring the series back, a new and wider audience awaits!
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Andrew B
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- These wonderfully original ladies should never be forgotten
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Ray D
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Ellen C
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- Loved this programme, it must come back.
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Karen B
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- I became a big fan in 1976 when the boys appeared on Who Do They Do? Patrick's singing ability was remarkable and I wrote him a fan letter. I received such a friendly letter in return, I was quite touched, even some details about his family and his busy life. I shall never stop admiring Patrick. There wasn't anyone like him. The most talented man on TV!.
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Jason C
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Sam B
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- Paul has told me all about Hinge & Bracket and i hope this petition is taken seriously by the BBC
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Nigel B
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- I agree with my lovely wifes comments. BBC you may as well give in because knowing Paul as well as i do, he will not stop going on at you until you listen. well done to ~Sue for setting up this petitionand the fab wording of it to.
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gordon c
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Leslie R H
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- Works of sheer genius and pleasure giving like these deserve to be honoured. Hinge and Brackett saved my life at a time of difficulty in my life.
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Nick W
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- The BBC should take this petition very seriously as these two actors were responsible for creating two of the best loved characters on stage, radio and television.
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Robert B
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Caroline E
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Phil H
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Graeme F
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- New Zealand
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Jason
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Lynn S
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- a class act that is timeless and would appeal to another era of viewers
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Paul S
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David Alan R
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- they were the best times.
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J C
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- We NEED a good laugh these days - Please repeat
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Ian S
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- Much needed
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John D
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Mark A
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Paul L
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- Hinge & Bracket gave so many people of all ages so much fun laughter & appreciation of a wide range of music . It was gentle humour but had double meanings at times I have introduced younger generations to their programmmes & music & all have enjoyed their unique act & humour.It would be tribute to them if the BBC repeated Dear Ladies & the "specials"I respectfully ask to give this request some consideration so that older viewers who fondly remember them & newer viewers can get to value them
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J. R
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- I would gladly sign for this remarkable act to be honoured
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Donncha Mac D
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