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Nearly 1000 children were auditioned for the Ken Dodd Diddymen at the Royal Court Theatre
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Nearly 1000 children were auditioned for the Ken Dodd Diddymen at the Royal Court Theatre
Nearly 1000 children were auditioned for the Ken Dodd Diddymen at the Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool. They will appear in his Christmas show The Ken Dodd Laughter Spectacular which opens 23rd December. They can t all be Diddymen and for one it was tears Clare Winsland, 11, of Ainsdale near Southport, lived too far away to get a part. 1st November 1970
Charlie Owens
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
Merseyside
England
DM 70 10473
Media ID 21762584
© Mirrorpix
Auditions Crying Play Tears Upset 1970 Comedian
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This print captures a significant moment in the entertainment industry. In 1970, at the iconic Royal Court Theatre in Liverpool, nearly 1000 children gathered for auditions to be part of Ken Dodd's famous Diddymen group. The excitement and anticipation are palpable as these young hopefuls dreamt of being selected for the renowned comedian's Christmas show, The Ken Dodd Laughter Spectacular. However, amidst the sea of eager faces, one child stands out with tears streaming down her cheeks. Clare Winsland, an eleven-year-old from Ainsdale near Southport, had traveled too far to secure a coveted role among the Diddymen. Her heartbreak is evident as she realizes that distance has denied her this opportunity. This poignant image serves as a reminder that not every journey leads to success and sometimes dreams remain unfulfilled. It showcases both the joyous possibilities and heartbreaking realities within the world of theater and entertainment. Preserved by Charlie Owens through his lens, this photograph encapsulates a snapshot of time when aspirations collided with geographical limitations. It immortalizes those who dared to dream big but were met with disappointment along their path towards stardom.
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