Zoe Ball presents “Johnny Ball – My previous life in Comedy!”
  • West End

The wonderful Zoe Ball takes a quick break from her BBC Radio Two Morning slot, to chat with her dear old Dad, Johnny Ball. In the years before he made maths and science fun and understandable with his "Think of a Number" TV Shows, Johnny spent 17 very happy years as a Stand Up Comedian. In conversation with Zoe, Johnny reveals his hilarious comedy experiences. His agent was once Arch Goon Harry Secombe. He was Bud Flanagan's last TV straight man. There are encounters with The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Ken Dodd, Les Dawson and Fiona Richmond! Johnny even helped start Freddie Starr's career! So come and hear about Johnny's laughter making career and the many stars he rubbed up against!

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