A history of the Punch & Judy show and my journey with him

Ray Sparks


Region:
South East
Notice Period:
Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
Type:
Professional
Fee:
Paid: £75.00 - £85.00 plus expenses over 25 miles from Eastbourne
Category:
Entertainment
Updated:
2nd February 2025

Ray and Jacqui present a talk on some of the history of the Punch and Judy show and its characters. Its origins in Italy to performances at the seaside in Victorian England together with their journey with them. Anocdotes of their days performing, interactive with a static display of Punch and Judy materials puppets etc. Fully self contained with their own PA system all we ask is that you provide suitable parking wherever possible a 13amp plug socket and a long table for the display. Fully PL insured and DBS checked. The talks are suitable for all ages - schools history societies U3A WI meetings etc. This is not a power point presentation so no screens are required.

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About Ray Sparks

Ray has been Eastbourne's Punch and Judy man for the last 34 years he has also worked in the entertainment industry for the past 40 years as a magician and illusionist. Magical adviser and prop designer for Butlins. Has appeared numerous times on mainstream TV radio and national publications

If you require any further information Ray is only too pleased to hear from you


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