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Great Big Owl
The Fun Factory
Before radio, before television, before movies, there was Music Hall. This was the People’s Entertainment in the golden decade before the Great War.The Fun Factory is a historical comedy about the history of comedy, in which our hero Arthur Dandoe enters the world of music hall and The Fred Karno Company.Along the way Arthur encounters intense rivalry (Charlie Chaplin), passionate romance (Tilly Beckett) and great friendship (Stan Laurel).“Richly enjoyable… packed with intriguing details about a vanished world of entertainment” THE...
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5.0 stars from 11 ratings
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“A great story well read by the author. Fans of early cinema and great stories will enjoy. If you like laurel and hardy, Chaplin and are interested in the early days of music hall a must listen. I had not read the books and can’t wait for the next podcast to find out what happens. Although a...”Read full review »
gpw76 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/11/20
Fantastic 5*
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“Love it! Can’t wait for next series.”
eaHorneL via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/18/20
Wonderful story, excellent facts!!!
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“And beautifully told by the author.
Highly recommended. Can’t wait to hear more!”
Hypmar via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
12/18/19
Recent Episodes
Published 12/17/20
Chapter 52 – PAY DAY
Chapter 53 – SHOULDER ARMS
Epilogue
In which Arthur finally confronts Charlie Chaplin with a few home truths and finds himself slightly closer to home under very different circumstances.
Written and read by Chris England
Produced by Mark Augustyn
The Fun Factory (and...
Published 12/17/20
Chapter 50 – RUMMY BINKS
Chapter 51 – OLD COMRADES
In which Arthur is thrown off course by two old friends as he attempts to expose his old foe, Charlie Chaplin. Arthur also makes a very historical introduction whilst at lunch with Babe.
Written and read by Chris England
Produced by Mark...
Published 12/10/20
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