Elstree 80 years of movies

The evening event was organised by the Elstree Film Festival and was not an ON THE BUSES event but I was lucky enough to get a ticket along with other fans. The event returned to its rightful venue at Elstree Film Studios after many years away.To say we enjoyed the event would be an understatement, an excellent night of entertainement.

The entertainment included film and TV music from the BBC Elstree Concert Band who were in fine form. Attendess also watched a film celebrating 80 years of film and TV production at Elstree. Also recieving a free booklet and souvenir DVD celebrating the movie making at Elstree.

Various stars connected with Elstree past and present were in attendance with Paul Welsh Master of Ceremonies entertaining the attendees.

Many special guests attended and the special surprise guest was Christopher Lee. He still has a great stage presence and enthralled the audience with many a story.

GUESTS AT THE EVENT LISTED BELOW

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Christopher lee

Michael Knowles

Ray lonnen

Barbara Shelley

Francis matthews

Philip Madoc

Shirley Anne Field

Peggy Cummins

Liz Fraser

Shirley Eaton

Frank Williams

Barry Jackson

Valerie Leon

BBC comedy producer Harold Snoad

Film directors Jeremy Smmers and John Hough

To find out more about each guest use IMDB

	ABOUT ELSTREE SCREEN HERITAGE: Founded by local volunteers in May 2005, Elstree Screen Heritage is focused exclusively on recording, preserving and sharing the legacy of film and television in “Britain’s Hollywood”. It collaborates with local schools and companies to raise awareness and in 2006 initiated the “Elstree Film Festival”, an annual screenings of studio classics. The Group cares about the past, present and future of film and television in the UK, particularly in Elstree and Borehamwood, and encourages support for this unique local legacy through a range of activities. For details, please www.ElstreeScreenHeritage.org or write to: Elstree Screen Heritage, c/o 85 Deacons Hill Road, Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6 3HZ CONTACT: Bob Redman, Secretary 020 8953 2903 bob.redman@btinternet.com

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