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Sign up todayA Look Back at the Nineties
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The 1993 series that sees Brian Perkins and Kate Robbins 'looking back' at the decade that was yet to happen
Newsreader and ‘Godfather of Radio 4’ Brian Perkins and Spitting Image impressionist Kate Robbins star in this Sony Award-winning satirical show, set on New Year’s Eve at the turn of the millennium. As the Nineties come to a close, they recall the tumultuous, earth-shattering events of the years 1994-1999.
Join them as they revisit when the House of Commons voted for an Honesty Act; Blue Peter launched an appeal with a twist; the media’s attention turned to an unusual new breed of dog; The Archers went on strike; the Hubble space telescope discovered a new star sign and young people thrilled to an exciting new musical style blending dub reggae and horse-racing commentary…
Predicted using a crystal ball in 1993, this futuristic show was foretold by Spitting Image writers Mark Burton, John O'Farrell and Pete Sinclair, who also performed alongside special guests Chris Barrie, Hugh Dennis, Steve Coogan, Jack Dee, Rory Bremner and Alistair McGowan.
Cast and credits
Starring Brian Perkins and Kate Robbins
Written and performed by Mark Burton, John O'Farrell and Pete Sinclair
Special guests: Chris Barrie, Hugh Dennis, Steve Coogan, Jack Dee, Rory Bremner and Alistair McGowan
Produced by Caroline Leddy
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates:
1995 10 July 1993
1996 17 July 1993
1997 24 July 1993
1998 31 July 1993
1999 7 August 1993
1994 31 December 1993
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