Dog Joins Musical Theatre

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Dog Joins Musical Theatre (Central News East)

Media Archive for Central England
Tonge
1986-01-15
Sound

Meet Kelly, the talented collie who is treading the boards and loving every moment of it.

For the Heath family from Tonge in Leicestershire, their dog Kelly is a much-loved family pet - a talented and well-trained collie. Seeing him here it's hard to believe that he is in fact deaf. His talents were first introduced to the public in a report on Central News in September 1985, which led to big-time TV, with an appearance on Blue Peter.

Now we learn of Kelly's latest challenge - a role on stage in a production of Annie the Musical. And as you'll find out, Kelly will always steal the show, particularly if his tummy is given a good tickle.

A deaf collie dog named Kelly gets a stage role in an amateur production of Annie.

Performing Arts: Theatre

First of the Performing Arts series...

The stage is set... the curtains are raised. This collection is first of a four-part series that looks at the wonders of Performing Arts - theatre, dance, music and performance beyond the mainstream. With theatre being one of the oldest mediums of the performer - spectator dynamic, its evolution across the decades is nothing short of fascinating. Going beyond the ephemeral, this collection allows us to venture further into the world of theatre, granting us on stage and backstage access. Here is a spotlight on the ever relevant and timeless nature of this art form; spaces for creative exchange and play; a tool for bringing awareness to important topics, combining artistry with activism; and engaging a wide range of performers and audiences alike. Who knows what the future holds for such an important, oftentimes radical means of expression? In the meantime, take your seat, get comfortable and, enjoy the show!

21 videos in this collection

Theatre of the Deaf

1972