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Saturday, 9 July 2011

Don't Panic, Don't Panic!

A letter from Michael Grade about Clive Dunn.
Check out this classic letter from then Theatrical Agent Michael Grade acting on behalf of his client, Clive Dunn, confirming that Clive will be listed third in the credits, after Arthur Lowe and John Le Mesurier in Dad's Army.
Lance Corporal Jack Jones (Clive Dunn) alongside his multi-faceted butcher's van.
Clive Dunn had already made a name for himself by playing characters considerably older than his real age. Despite his appearance in 'Dad's Army', he was only 58 when he began playing Jonesy. His agent at the time was Michael Grade, who went on to become a major figure in British broadcasting.

Friday, 27 May 2011

Dad's Army - The Original Recording

In 1975, Dad's Army transferred to the stage as a revue, with songs and familiar scenes from the show. The stage show was recorded at The Forum Theatre, Billingham during the productions initial run. This recording was released on vinyl in 1975, it is the only commercially available representation of the stage show, but has long since been deleted.
Dad's Army,Original Cast Recording,UK,CD ALBUM,466063