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1926, London Alhambra
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27th May, 1926 This was the first-ever Royal Variety Performance to be broadcast. It was, of course, on radio, and to overcome the potential awkward silences during visual acts, the BBC broadcasters would provide 'commentary' on the performances, rather like modern-day sports commentators. |
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ROYAL VARIETY PERFORMANCE
Held in the presence of HIS MAJESTY KING GEORGE V and HER MAJESTY QUEEN MARY Presented by: Oswald Stoll
Musical Director: George M.Saker THE TWELVE FAMOUS JOHN TILLER GIRLS DICK HENDERSON ROBB WILTON LILLIAN BURGISS JACK HYLTON and His Famous Band CONN KENNA CARR & PARR BRANSBY WILLIAMS THE HOUSTON SISTERS BILLY BENNETT RICK HAYES |
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