In May 1977 a pilot recording for a new programme about antiques was filmed in Hereford. Antiques Roadshow went on to become one of the most loved and popular shows on British television. In Australia the programme has an equally loyal audience – broadcast on Foxtel’s Lifestyle channel, the ABC and Nine. A firm favourite on our TV screens, the series, through its wonderful objects, knowledgeable experts, interesting owners and occasional heart stopping valuations turns the spotlight on human stories; the voice of history and humanity, sometimes touched with humour and pathos.
L to R Paul Atterbury, Hilary Kay & Ronnie Archer-Morgan
Antiques Roadshow is bringing its stories to Australia in a live show specially created to celebrate its 40th anniversary on British television. Tales From The Antiques Roadshow will be touring 26 cities including all capital cities and a number of key regional centres including Frankston (Vic), Albany (WA), Dubbo (NSW), Tamworth (NSW) Caloundra (Qld), Mt Gambier (SA), Launceston (Tas) and more. On stage will be three of Antiques Roadshow’s most familiar faces – Hilary Kay, Paul Atterbury and Ronnie Archer-Morgan – telling tales from the show’s beginnings in 1977 at Hereford Town Hall to the stately homes and Royal palaces they have visited across Great Britain.
“Paul, Ronnie and I are so excited to be bringing the live show to Australia. We know Antiques Roadshow is much loved in Australia and it will be a treat to share some of our favourite Antiques Roadshow moments and experiences with fans. We look forward to meeting you all as we travel across Australia in early 2017,” Hilary Kay commented about the Australian tour.