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|Name = The Chuckle Brothers |
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|Img = Chuckle Brothers 005.jpg |
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|Img_capt = The Chuckle Brothers (extreme left and right) with two fans |
|Img_capt = The Chuckle Brothers (extreme left and right) with two fans |
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|Img = Alice 2008 and Chuckle Brothers 028.jpg |
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|Background = Comedians |
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|Birth_name = Barry Elliot, Paul Elliot |
|Birth_name = Barry Elliot, Paul Elliot |
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Revision as of 14:49, 14 April 2008
Infobox Musical Artist |Name = The Chuckle Brothers |Img = Chuckle Brothers 005.jpg |Img_capt = The Chuckle Brothers (extreme left and right) with two fans |Img = Alice 2008 and Chuckle Brothers 028.jpg |Background = Comedians |Birth_name = Barry Elliot, Paul Elliot |Occupation = Comedians |URL = www.thechucklebrothersontour.co.uk }} The Chuckle Brothers, Barry Elliot (born 24 December 1944) and Paul Elliot (born 18 October 1947) are British comedians. They are best known for their work on children's television, their BBC show ChuckleVision having celebrated its 20th anniversary on 26 September, 2007.[1] The comedy of the Chuckle Brothers usually derives from slapstick and other visual gags, and their catchphrases include "To me, to you" and "Oh dear, oh dear".
Television
Born into a show business family, they began as a comedy duo and won the television talent show, New Faces in 1974.[2] Despite this they did not find real success until the advent of their own television show for the BBC in 1985, Chucklehounds, short shows with no dialogue, in which they dressed in giant dog costumes, aimed at pre-school children. They quickly moved on to their most famous show, ChuckleVision, in 1987. In 1998, ChuckleVision was nominated for a Children’s BAFTA Award in the category Best Children's Television Series. Jimmy and Brian Patton, other real life brothers of the pair, also make regular appearances on the show, and go by the name The Patton Brothers. In 2006, recording began on the 19th straight series.
They have also presented a game show called To Me, To You!, named after their catchphrase. The basic format involved two teams, competing each round for prizes on a trolley (made to resemble a bamboo structure to fit in with the "treasure island" theme of the show). By rolling a dice the teams had to get the trolley to their end of the board. The "squares" leading up to their end of the board often represented challenges. The rounds ended when this was achieved and new prizes were put on the trolley, which was reset to the centre. The show lasted for three series.
On the 12 May 2007 which was repeated from December 2006 they appeared on The Weakest Link in a "couples" special. They came second to Chappers and Dave of BBC Radio One. They can currently also be found on BT Vision, where they contribute several humorous 'health and safety' skits to an on-demand DIY Home Electrical programme, entitled Wire It!.
Stage
As well as regular television appearances, Paul and Barry appear on stage throughout the year all over the UK. Past shows have included The Adventures of the Chuckle Brothers, The Chuckle Brothers in – Trouble at Sea, Raiders of the Lost Bark, Barry Potty and his Smarter Brother Paul in the Chamber of Horrors, Star Doors, Pirates of the River Rother, Doctor What & the Return Of The Garlics, Spooky Goings On and Spooky Goings On 2. Live recordings of Pirates of the River Rother and Spooky Goings On 2 were released in 2007, the latter under the title The Chuckle Brothers – Spooky Goings On Live!.[3]
In November - December 2007, they toured their very own Pantomime 'Aladdin' to many theatres up and down the UK. Barry starred as Aladdin and Paul as his brother Wishie Washee, as they did battle against the evil ABANAZER.
Their 2008 tour, "Indiana Chuckles and The Kingdom Of The Mythical Sulk" is set in ancient Egypt, based on the Indiana Jones movies. The great illusionists Safire will also be joining them once again, making this their sixth outing with the Chuckles. This year, they have two brand new illusions along with a brand new black art act up their sleeves, to fit in with the Egyptian theme. The Patton Brothers will also be touring with them once again.[4]
Recognition
The pair have been applauded for their long run in children's entertainment. Charlie Brooker of TVGoHome has described the Chuckles as "Britain's most wizened and suspect comedy duo".[5] On 31 January 2007 Rotherham United chairman Denis Coleman announced that the brothers had both been made honorary presidents of the football club.[6]
In November 2007 Loaded magazine launched a campaign for The Chuckle Brothers to be knighted, by calling for people to write to The Queen.
References
- ^ Briggs, Caroline (2007-09-26). "Brothers mark 20 years of chuckles". BBC News. Retrieved 2007-10-26.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); Cite has empty unknown parameter:|coauthors=(help) - ^ "Preview: The Chuckle Brothers at the Apollo, Oxford – April 19". The Oxford Times. 2001-04-18. Retrieved 2007-10-26.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|date=(help); Cite has empty unknown parameter:|coauthors=(help) - ^ "The Chuck Brothers Spooky Goings On Live" (Press release). Liberation Entertainment. Retrieved 2007-10-28.
- ^ "Spring Tour". The Chuckle Brothers Official UK Website. Retrieved 2007-10-26.
{{cite web}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter:|coauthors=(help) - ^ TV Go Home, Charlie Brooker, 2001 (ISBN 1-84115-675-2)
- ^ "Millers Make Two Big Signings". News. The Chuckle Brothers Official UK Website. 2007-02-07. Retrieved 2007-09-04.
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