Author: Barry Cryer Publisher: Porter Press International ISBN: 9781907085048 Category : Comedians Languages : en Pages : 176
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A book in which the author, who is one of the great names of British comedy, recounts the stories about the great names, such as Tommy Cooper, Morecambe and Wise, John Cleese, Ronnie Corbett, Ronnie Barker, Michael Palin, Alan Bennett, Groucho Marx, Jack Benny, Frankie.
Author: Barry Cryer Publisher: Virgin Books Limited ISBN: 9780753503973 Category : Comedians Languages : en Pages : 209
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Barry Cryer has been in showbusiness for 40 years, as a performer and a behind-the-scenes craftsman. Comic material and showbiz anecdotes combine in this volume, to tell the story of his life at the forefront of British comedy.
Author: Bob Cryer Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1526665352 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 305
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Foreword by Sandi Toksvig | WATERSTONES' BEST BOOKS OF 2023: ENTERTAINMENT 'Give this book to everyone you know - NOW!' Miriam Margolyes 'This is a joyous, uplifting book' Observer 'He was so funny and such fun and here he is again in all his rib-tickling glory' Gyles Brandreth 'I don't know how long I've got left ... I don't even buy green bananas anymore' When the legendary comedian Barry Cryer died in January 2022, there was a vast outpouring of grief, appreciation and anecdotes – from the general public and fellow comics alike. Now, his son, Bob, is doing what Barry's humility did not allow: revealing the story of the man behind the jokes. This book is an ode both to Barry's incredible life and to the lessons he so generously imparted on the art of comedy during his sixty-year career. Stretching from the music halls of the fifties, via working alongside everyone from Morecambe and Wise to Kenny Everett and David Frost, and into more recent times as a stalwart of Radio 4's long-running I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue, where he worked with Rob Brydon and David Mitchell among many others, this book is a hugely entertaining insight into the life of a true comedy legend. Bob also shares a range of exclusive material unique to the Cryer family – including family photos, memorabilia, oral recordings, interviews with friends and colleagues (among them Michael Palin and Eric Idle) – as well as Bob's own personal reflections on living and working with a comedy icon. Laced with candour, warmth and filled with his trademark humour, Barry Cryer: Same Time Tomorrow? is not just a wonderfully witty and affectionate biography of a father by a son, but a heartwarming insight into a vanishing era of comedy.
Author: Bob Cryer Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 1526665360 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 305
Book Description
Foreword by Sandi Toksvig | WATERSTONES' BEST BOOKS OF 2023: ENTERTAINMENT 'Give this book to everyone you know - NOW!' Miriam Margolyes 'This is a joyous, uplifting book' Observer 'He was so funny and such fun and here he is again in all his rib-tickling glory' Gyles Brandreth 'I don't know how long I've got left ... I don't even buy green bananas anymore' When the legendary comedian Barry Cryer died in January 2022, there was a vast outpouring of grief, appreciation and anecdotes – from the general public and fellow comics alike. Now, his son, Bob, is doing what Barry's humility did not allow: revealing the story of the man behind the jokes. This book is an ode both to Barry's incredible life and to the lessons he so generously imparted on the art of comedy during his sixty-year career. Stretching from the music halls of the fifties, via working alongside everyone from Morecambe and Wise to Kenny Everett and David Frost, and into more recent times as a stalwart of Radio 4's long-running I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue, where he worked with Rob Brydon and David Mitchell among many others, this book is a hugely entertaining insight into the life of a true comedy legend. Bob also shares a range of exclusive material unique to the Cryer family – including family photos, memorabilia, oral recordings, interviews with friends and colleagues (among them Michael Palin and Eric Idle) – as well as Bob's own personal reflections on living and working with a comedy icon. Laced with candour, warmth and filled with his trademark humour, Barry Cryer: Same Time Tomorrow? is not just a wonderfully witty and affectionate biography of a father by a son, but a heartwarming insight into a vanishing era of comedy.
Author: Jem Roberts Publisher: Unbound Publishing ISBN: 1783526378 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 330
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This first ever, officially authorised biography of Fry & Laurie takes us on their journey from insecure Footlighters to international comedy heroes. It is the tale of a true friendship, a deep affection between two very funny men which has long been reflected back from an adoring public. Jem Roberts, acclaimed chronicler of Blackadder and The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, covers everything from the excitement of being the first Perrier Award winners with The Cellar Tapes to the terrors of performing on Saturday Live, the collaborative warfare of Blackadder and the ultimate depiction of Wodehouse’s most inimitable characters, Jeeves & Wooster. Beyond this, the trials and tribulations of their remarkable subsequent separate career paths, from QI to House, will be explored for the first time. With tantalising, never-before-seen titbits from the A Bit of Fry & Laurie archive, and interviews with Emma Thompson, Richard Curtis, John Lloyd and more, this history of Fry & Laurie is an overdue celebration, paying tribute to a legacy of laughter from one of the funniest double acts of all time.
Author: Dave Robertson Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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"Laughing Through Life: The Barry Cryer Story" invites you to step into the captivating world of one of comedy's most enduring and beloved figures. With a career spanning seven decades, Barry Cryer has not only witnessed the evolution of comedy but has actively shaped it. In this engrossing memoir, he takes you on an unforgettable journey from his humble beginnings in Leeds to the bright lights of the comedy stage. Discover the laughter and tears behind the punchlines as you follow Cryer's remarkable rise from an aspiring writer to a legendary comedian and writer. Along the way, he shares the spotlight with iconic humorists like Tommy Cooper and Ronnie Barker, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the golden era of British comedy. But "Laughing Through Life" is not just a chronicle of comedic success. It's an intimate portrait of the man himself, sharing his personal triumphs, setbacks, and enduring love for the art of humor. Cryer's own words, anecdotes, and witty insights paint a vivid picture of his remarkable journey, making you laugh, think, and reflect. If you've ever wondered what it takes to be a comedy legend, this book is your answer. It's a celebration of the human spirit's capacity to find humor in the most unexpected places. Dive into "Laughing Through Life" and be inspired, entertained, and, above all, prepared to laugh out loud as you explore the extraordinary life of Barry Cryer.
Author: Barry Cryer Publisher: Biteback Publishing ISBN: 1849544700 Category : Humor Languages : en Pages : 153
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One frosty winter morning, deep in the vaults of Cox & Co. at Charing Cross, a battered biscuit tin is discovered... Inside are the diaries of that longsuffering resident of 221b Baker Street, Sherlock Holmes' landlady, the unflappable Mrs Hudson. She presents her portrait of life with the great detective and his ever-faithful companion with relish, mustard and no small amount of dropped eaves. Mysterious visitors, disappearances, shouts and bangs - life below stairs at 221b is often silly, slapstick and sentimental in equal measure. These diaries offer an affectionate and hilarious sketch of a remarkably enterprising Victorian female, whose humorous musings encompass talking to the spirit world, dancing with government officials and nights at the music hall. Interspersed with Mrs Hudson's fascinating keepsakes - letters, recipes, calling cards and photos - this is a must-have addition for any Sherlock Holmes aficionado. Behind every great man is an even greater woman ... demanding rent.
Author: Courtney Riley Cooper Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing ISBN: 1789120187 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 235
Book Description
Not long ago, Annie Oakley died, and bequeathed to the famous comedian, Fred Stone, her diaries and personal papers. Adding to personal knowledge, Courtney Ryley Cooper, well-known author and friend of Buffalo Bill, has written a splendid biography. It is a true American epic—the story of a pioneer, who as a little girl was forced to forage with her gun in order that her family might not starve, and who eventually became, with Buffalo Bill, internationally famous as a trick marksman, the idol of youth and the darling of royalty.
Author: Michael Weldon Publisher: Macmillan ISBN: 9780312131494 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 662
Book Description
The bible of B-movies is back--and better than ever! From Abby to Zontar, this book covers more than 9,000 amazing movies--from the turn of the century right up to today's Golden Age of Video--all described with Michael Weldon's dry wit. More than 450 rare and wonderful illustrations round out thie treasure trove of cinematic lore--an essential reference for every bad film fan.
Author: Barry Cryer Publisher: Random House ISBN: 0753547511 Category : Humor Languages : en Pages : 258
Book Description
A collection of hilarious stories and eye-popping anecdotes from the nation's best-loved comedian Barry Cryer is one of the most respected and admired writers and performers of his time. In a career spanning forty years, Barry has worked alongside the greatest producers and performers in show business: Tommy Cooper, Humphrey Lyttelton, Morecambe and Wise, Willie Rushton, Peter Cook, Kenny Everett, Rory Bremner to name but a few - this book is a veritable Who's Who of comedy. From humble beginnings at the Windmill Theatre and Expresso Bongo, to The Frost Report, Call My Bluff and I'm Sorry I haven't a Clue, Barry recalls the good, the bad, and the downright ugly in his own inimitable style. 'Barry Cryer ...an anecdote jukebox whose whole life is basically one big chatshow.' Guardian
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