Debuting on 17 March 1961, this half-hour variety show was broadcast live from Melbourne by the Australian Broadcasting Commission. The fast-moving show combined comedy and song presented without a compère or host.
The three cast members were English-born comedian/actor Johnny Ladd (who devised the show), vocalist Bill French and vivacious British singer Sheila Bradley. The three stars first came together in the stage production Grab Me a Gondola in 1959.
A second series debuted on Friday 20 October 1961. Ladd, French and Bradley were later joined by Bob Hornery and straight man Frank Camm.
Music was provided by the ABC Dance Band, conducted by Frank Thorn.
Johnny Ladd
Sheila Bradley
Bill French
Bob Hornery
Frank Camm
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