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Theatre

Hancock made just five film appearances in his career. The first as a supporting player, the next 2 as a star and the final 2 as a guest artist.

Wednesday, 1 September 1948

Tony got his start performing at the Bournemouth Avon Road Labour Club, with the assistance of George Fairweather. But after his successful risquée performane there failed to translate to the more conservative stage at the Church of the Sacred Heart, he saw off blue humour. Touring the country he performed a variety of sketches and routines for concerts, cabarets, clubs and more. He even enjoyed Panto, performing across the country. 

Friday, 1 October 1948

Tony got his start performing at the Bournemouth Avon Road Labour Club, with the assistance of George Fairweather. But after his successful risquée performane there failed to translate to the more conservative stage at the Church of the Sacred Heart, he saw off blue humour. Touring the country he performed a variety of sketches and routines for concerts, cabarets, clubs and more. He even enjoyed Panto, performing across the country. 

Monday, 27 December 1948

Tony got his start performing at the Bournemouth Avon Road Labour Club, with the assistance of George Fairweather. But after his successful risquée performane there failed to translate to the more conservative stage at the Church of the Sacred Heart, he saw off blue humour. Touring the country he performed a variety of sketches and routines for concerts, cabarets, clubs and more. He even enjoyed Panto, performing across the country. 

Monday, 13 June 1949

At the Esplanade Concert Hall, Bognor Regis

Thursday, 1 December 1949

Tony got his start performing at the Bournemouth Avon Road Labour Club, with the assistance of George Fairweather. But after his successful risquée performane there failed to translate to the more conservative stage at the Church of the Sacred Heart, he saw off blue humour. Touring the country he performed a variety of sketches and routines for concerts, cabarets, clubs and more. He even enjoyed Panto, performing across the country. 

Thursday, 23 February 1950

Electrion Night Ball at Claridges.

Monday, 6 March 1950 onwards

Hancock toured the UK performing in variety shows. Outside of his radio and television series, Hancock's bread and butter was the variety show. Introduced by a compère/MC/host, these shows successfully transitioned from the Victoria era stage show to radio and television broadcast. 

Saturday, 17 June 1950

Ocean Review at Ocean Theatre, Clacton Pier.

Saturday, 23 December 1950

Red Riding Hood' at Theatre Royal, Nottingham

Monday, 4 June 1951 onwards

Hancock toured the UK performing in variety shows. Outside of his radio and television series, Hancock's bread and butter was the variety show. Introduced by a compère/MC/host, these shows successfully transitioned from the Victoria era stage show to radio and television broadcast. 

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