We have mentioned it here on downthetubes before but, now that the 60 Years Of Andy Capp exhibition has opened at the Museum Of Hartlepool, it is worth mentioning again because it is an excellent, and completely free, exhibition. Artist… Read More ›
Andy Capp
Andy Capp exhibition celebrates his creator and 60 years of the Daily Mirror cartoon star
The Daily Mirror’s Andy Capp celebrates 60 years of publication this year – and the occasion is being marked in the town his creator Reg Smythe lived and worked with a special exhibition at the Museum of Hartlepool. ‘60 years… Read More ›
Rare Andy Capp Memorabilia Goes Under The Hammer Today
A collection of Andy Capp memorabilia, including rare original drawings by Reg Smythe, is going under the hammer at Tennants Auctioneers in Leyburn, North Yorkshire, today, with live bidding available from The Saleroom.com. Included in the auction items are two… Read More ›
Andy Capp TV series finally arrives on DVD
Network has announced the DVD release of the complete six-episode series of the 1988 sitcom Andy Capp on 11th June 2012. Starring James Bolam, this comedy series was an attempt to transform the flat-capped cartoon strip legend from the Daily… Read More ›
Tube Surfing: One Man Lord of the Rings, Manga Cross Stitch and Space Hoppers!
• Heading to Edinburgh’s Fringe later this summer? Perhaps to catch up with Kev Sutherland and the Falsetto Sock Company, who are sure to be there? Then you might also be interested in a new show from Canadian actor Charles… Read More ›