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| A New Lego Goodies Idea! |
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This idea for a Lego Goodies set was found on Lego’s website ‘Lego Ideas’ where people can submit their own ideas for new lego kits. To be produced and made available in their shops etc.
The project was created by Goodies Fan Sapphire Sundae in July 2019.
This is the description for the idea….
The Goodies was a British comedy TV series that ran from 1970 to 1982 with 9 series and 76 episodes. The show follows three men, Tim, Bill and Graeme who do “anything anytime”. This business led to whaky hijinks ranging from a pirate radio station (S1 E7 Radio Goodies), to a tomato sauce battle in the west (S5 E2 Bunfight at the O.K. Tearooms), to the ancient Lancastrian martial art of Ecky Thump (S5 E7 Kung Fu Kapers).
I propose a Lego set of their iconic Office that served as their base of operations from The New Office (S3 E1) onwards. The set would consist of the Office, the pirate radio station The Saucy Gibbon, a bean bag and punching bag for “Bill’s Bit” along with 21 minifigures , outlining the outlandish and iconic outfits that the trio wear throughout the show. These would include:
Classic outfits (Various)
Advertising Men/String Vest (S6 E5 It Might as Well be String)
Western (S5 E12 Bunfight at the O.K. Tearooms)
Cowboy/Black and White/Sampson (S5 E1 The Movies)
Lighthouse Keepers (S5 E8 Lighthouse Keeping Loonies)
Masked Scouts (S7 E3 Scoutrageous) and Disco (S8 E2 Saturday Night Grease)
Captain Graeme (S1 E7 Radio Goodies), Ecky Thump (S5 E7 Kung Fu Kapers) and Maid (S1 E6 Cecily)
Extra heads and hairs/hats for Clown variants, with a can of tomato soup (S5 E2 Clown Virus)
The Office (an abandoned train station) would have a removable roof, allowing for the office to open up. The inside consists of “Chez Tim” on one side and “Graeme’s Den” on the other. “Bill’s Bit” would consist of a bean bag and Tony Blackburn punching bag to put in the middle, also including Tim’s gramophone. It would also include theSaucy Gibbon, the pirate radio station disguised as a boat.
NOTE: The set could also include their iconic trandem, though I could not include it, as new pieces are not permitted.
Unfortunately, this project has expired. But, according to the ‘Official Lego Comment’ on the page, this idea could be resubmitted. And you can still leave feedback ( via the private feedback section).
So, if you want a lego Goodies set for next Christmas, head to this link to show your interest for it….
https://ideas.lego.com/projects/c5b29577-11b4-4dc9-b778-bb2d109429a4
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| C&G 222 November Issue now Available! |
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 The November issue of the Clarion and Globe has been sent out to all members on the C&G mailing list. If you have not received your copy please contact me on clarion@goodiesruleok.com.
And if you have not been receiving any of the new editions or previous ones at all. Please contact the Technical Officer on admin@goodiesruleok.com (As I don't have access to the main computer to sort the issues out. Thanks!)
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| Goodies-related events at Slapstick 2020 (full schedule announced) |
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The full program for Slapstick 2020 has been released and can be viewed at https://www.slapstick.org.uk/slapstick-events/
Here are some Goodies-related events:
* At Last the 1948 Show: Almost Complete! with Tim Brooke-Taylor
https://www.slapstick.org.uk/event/at-last-the-1948-show-almost-complete-with-tim-brooke-taylor/
SAT 25 JAN 1330hrs
Watershed £5.00-£10.00
‘At Last the 1948 Show’ triggered a revolution destined to change the face of TV comedy forever. John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor, Aimi MacDonald, Marty Feldman and Graham Chapman burst onto the nation’s small screens in an explosion of unrelated and often surreal sketches. It paved the way for both Month Python and The Goodies. With a new – as complete as it’s likely to ever be – three DVD/BluRay set released recently by BFI we thought a re-evaluation and a glimpse at the newly discovered footage with series star and Slapstick patron Tim Brooke-Taylor was long overdue. Tim will be in conversation with fan of the series Robin Ince. Followed by an audience Q&A and post-event DVD signing with Tim.
* The Goodies: 50th Anniversary
https://www.slapstick.org.uk/event/the-goodies-50th-anniversary/
25 January 2020, 1800hrs
Redgrave Theatre £20.00
It’s almost half a century since the first episode of The Goodies hit our TV screens and made household names of it’s stars; Tim Brooke-Taylor, Bill Oddie and Graeme Garden. Join Bristol’s Slapstick Festival for an evening of mirth and mayhem as all three members of the legendary comedy team discuss the extraordinary legacy of their award-winning TV series (1970-82).
Radio 4’s Infinite Monkey Cage co-host Robin Ince hosts this onstage ‘In conversation’ event complete with a full screening of a classic episode of the show hand picked as the public’s favourite via an online poll. Followed by a Q&A with the boys. With a new audio series on Audible in the pipeline too, here’s to the next 50 years!
* Bill’s Animated Flicks With Bill Oddie
https://www.slapstick.org.uk/event/bills-animated-flicks-with-bill-oddie/
SUN 26 JAN 0930hrs
Watershed £5.00-£8.00
Bill Oddie has a passion for cartoons and a particular love for the more slapstick antics of Bugs Bunny, Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, and of course Tom and Jerry. In fact, The Goodies have always cited both silent comedy and early cartoons as huge influences on their onscreen comedy. In conversation with Robin Ince, Bill shares his passion for visual comedy and reflects on his favourite moments and shorts from classic animations and his beloved cartoons.
* Barry Cryer and Colin Sell: Live Again!
https://www.slapstick.org.uk/event/barry-cryer-and-colin-sell-live-again/
26 January 2020 1400hrs
Bristol Old Vic Theatre, £14.00 – £18.50
In yet another farewell tour, Baz returns, re-united with Colin Sell who refuses to take no for an answer.
Barry Cryer, still a “Sprightly Veteran” (Undertaker’s Gazette) and Colin Sell a “Legendary Virtuoso” (Pensioner’s Weekly) combine to entertain you with songs, jokes and the amazing realisation that they’re still here.
Running time: 60 mins
*47 years without a clue: Hosted by Rob Brydon
https://www.slapstick.org.uk/event/47-years-without-a-clue-hosted-by-rob-brydon/
Hosted by Rob Brydon
26 January 2020 1700hrs
Bristol Old Vic Theatre, £15.00 – £22.50
Join Barry Cryer, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Graeme Garden as they relive their favourite moments from the UK’s most listened to and best-loved radio comedy show “I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue” in conversation with frequent Clue panellist, Rob Brydon. With Colin Sell on the piano this is a unique and unmissable event for radio comedy fans, for one night only.
Running time: 70 mins
* I’m Sorry I’ll Read That Again Again….Re-United!
https://www.slapstick.org.uk/event/im-sorry-ill-read-that-again-re-united/
26 January 2020
2000hrs Bristol Old Vic Theatre
Performed live on stage in radio comedy style with music and sound effects, The Offstage Theatre Group recreates the anarchic and deliciously surreal legendary radio comedy I’m
Sorry I’ll Read That Again.
Featuring three of the original cast: Tim Brooke-Taylor, Graeme Garden and Bill Oddie. Stand by for full frontal comedy, wicked parodies, glorious puns and manic songs in a medley of Greatest Hits showcase created especially for the Slapstick Festival – plus the unmistakable strains of the Angus Prune Tune and the unavoidable smells of the Rhubarb Tart of Omar Khayyam. Produced, directed and adapted by Barnaby Eaton-Jones.
Running time: 90 mins, plus interval
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Posted by lisa at 28/10/2019 18:21 GMT |
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| C&G 221 October Issue now out! |
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The October issue of the Clarion and Globe has been sent out to all members on the C&G mailing list. If you have not received your copy please contact me on clarion@goodiesruleok.com.
And if you have not been receiving any of the new editions or previous ones at all. Please contact the Technical Officer on admin@goodiesruleok.com (As I don't have access to the main computer to sort the issues out. Thanks!)
If you would like to have the The Goodies Fan Club newsletter, arrive in your inbox. Send a blank e-mail to newsletter-subscribe@goodiesruleok.com and respond to the reply. After that you will be on the mailing list.
You can also find a link to the latest issues of the Clarion and Globe find the little box to your right and also in Articles and Guides soon.
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| new Goodies Audible Original |
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'The Goodies: The Big Ben Theory', a new audio Goodies adventure, is now available from Audible!
http://www.audible.co.uk/pd/The-Goodies-Audiobook/B07YN6FSV2
Note for fans outside the UK: You may need to visit Audible's UK site in order to see the show. When I clicked on the link in the US I saw this message at the top of the screen "Based on your location you have been directed to Audible.com. Do you want to go to audible.co.uk?" Clicking on the audible.co.uk link took me to the show.
Also, I found this Audible FAQ with instructions for changing the settings in your Audible app to listen to purchases from Audible.UK (it is also possible to listen to the show via a browser and other methods).
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Posted by lisa at 10/10/2019 16:29 GMT |
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| Audible Originals Goodies episode to be released 10th October |
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Thanks to Barnaby Eaton-Jones for this information:
THE AUDIBLE GOODIES...
You can hear them soon. The 10th of October (the link will be posted that day).
Previously known as 'Live In Your Ear', 'The Big Ben Theory' is a corker of a new Goodies episode - as Graeme Garden explains:
"We've tried to stay close to The Goodies low-tech roots and this show has no computer generated images or 3D.
In fact, viewers in Scotland will only hear it in black and white."
THE GOODIES are back!
The Super Chaps Three return, after nearly 40 years, in a brand-new, hour-long, radio-style adventure brought to you by AUDIBLE ORIGINALS.
TIM BROOKE-TAYLOR, GRAEME GARDEN and BILL ODDIE climb back on their trandem, equipped with a fourth saddle for their special guest JOANNA LUMLEY, in a show full of Goodie-ness and recorded before a live studio audience.
As Parliament falls apart and sinister dictators threaten the world, Tim, Graeme and Bill must save the day.
They defeated Kitten Kong!
They stuffed the Funky Gibbon!
They invented Ecky Thump!
Can they save Parliament as well? 52% say yes. 48% say no. But, you just can't rely on statistics, can you?!
Starring TIM BROOKE-TAYLOR, GRAEME GARDEN & BILL ODDIE, with JOANNA LUMLEY. Featuring JON CULSHAW, KATE HARBOUR, PHILIP POPE and BARNABY EATON-JONES.
Music performed by ANDY RUSHTON, ANDREW FARRINGTON, CATH THOMAS and PAUL WOOD
Recorded by JERRY PEAL for AUDIBLE ORIGINALS
Written by GARETH GWYNN & JOHN-LUKE ROBERTS, with GRAEME GARDEN & BILL ODDIE
From an original story by BARNABY EATON-JONES
Executive Producer for Audible - SAM BRYANT
Produced by BARNABY EATON-JONES
Directed by DIRK MAGGS
#TheGoodies #AudibleOriginals #Audible
Original Artwork by GARY ANDREWS
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| "The Goodies: 50 Year Anniversary" at Slapstick 2020 |
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"The Goodies: 50 Year Anniversary" event will be held as part of the Slapstick Festival on 25th January 2020 in Bristol, England. Here's the event's description:
"It’s almost half a century since the first episode of The Goodies hit our TV screens and made household names of it’s stars; Tim Brooke-Taylor, Bill Oddie and Graeme Garden. Join Bristol’s Slapstick Festival for an evening of mirth and mayhem as all three members of the legendary comedy team discuss the extraordinary legacy of their award-winning TV series (1970-82). Radio 4’s Infinite Monkey Cage co-host Robin Ince hosts this onstage ‘In conversation’ event complete with a full screening of a classic episode of the show hand picked as the public’s favourite via an online poll. Followed by a Q&A with the boys".
https://redgravetheatre.com/event/2020/01/the-goodies-50-year-anniversary/760/
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Bill Oddie will be a featured guest on 'Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery' coming up on 27 November 2019, at 8pm on ABC TV in Australia. Reportedly, Julia and Bill retrace Bill's early days in Birmingham, visiting his childhood home. They also visit his old high school, then move on to do a spot of birdwatching.
