About Richard Digance
Richard Digance was one of the great folk entertainers of the 70s and 80s. His evergreen career has been acknowledged through numerous awards within both the music and entertainment industries, from a BAFTA Nomination as a TV entertainer to a Gold Award from The British Academy of Composers and Songwriters. He has supported Steve Martin in the USA, Robin Williams at The London Palladium and is included in The Virgin Anthology of Songwriters for his important contribution to British comedy songwriting. It was Dennis Norden on the ITV programme '30 years of Comedy' who said that Richard Digance trod a unique and dangerous path, telling stories like no other without taking the obvious tried and tested gag route. Richard Digance is indeed unique. Name another performer who appeals to all age groups by singing his own songs, telling fun stories, whilst throwing in his popular poems and legendary audience participation sing-songs in for good measure.There is no-one else like Richard Digance, he does indeed tread a unique and dangerous path without competitors.
But it's on stage Richard is most comfortable, giving two hours of original material with just a guitar, no support acts, no gimmicks, just one man with a treasure chest of stories collected over 35 years in the entertainment industry. As a poet Richard's works are included in The Oxford University Press anthology of British Poetry, used in the Feardon Teaching Aids publications in the United States and as English Literature syllabus material in British Columbia, Canada. 'Richard Digance is one of the most entertaining acts you’ll ever see. Brilliant self-penned comic songs introduced with panache, style and outrageous humour. Richard is a performer who appeals to all ages, making him one of Britain's top comedy and music attractions.' Swindon Arts Centre 2009 When presented with the Gold Award from the British Academy of Composers and Songwriters in 2003 he was described as someone who for half a century has travelled the world with just a guitar and an immense collection of stories gathered through his own experiences. That kind of says it all.
'Richard Digance hit Dover today for the first time. In a show organised by a new venture 'DOVER LIVE' which is hoping to bring more live entertainment to Dover. Richard Digance played live at Dover town hall with his usual collection of songs and true stories. Richard had the audience in hysterics with his songs stories and audience participation especially with 'Eric the Elephant" - TownBuzz- Dover - September 2009 He has survived all trends with his two and a half hour one-man show, his summer festival appearances in the UK, the United States, Canada and Dubai, his cruise work and television appearances.He is both an accomplished musician, rated by many as one of Britain's greatest acoustic guitarists, inspired by his good friend Ralph McTell, and an entertainer who many younger comedians claim as one of their major influences. Garry Bushell, in The Sunday People' listed Richard Digance as one of the Magnificent Seven of British Comedy along with the likes of Tommy Cooper and Bob Monkhouse, a wonderful tribute indeed. On his own ITV Saturday-night show Richard has played guitar with Queen's Brian May, The Moody Blues, Status Quo, Chris deBurgh, Juan Martin, Marc Cohn and Elkie Brooks. Also visit the Your Remembers page and add your own memory to this new section. They make for a good read and Richard adds his own comments to each contribution. From his folk club days to favourite TV appearances and shows in the far flung corners of the world, we'd like to hear from you by adding your own special recollection.New photos are also being added to the gallery. Why not send a pic you had taken with Richard at a theatre or festival? Take time out to re-live your childhood through one of Richard's most celebrated songs. Test your age and see how many of these 200 Remembers you recall !!! 0-50 = too young to even be visiting this site or too old you've lost your memory 50-100 = you're getting there 100-150 = be proud and live while you can 150-200 = oh dear!!
| Visit the new 2009 year blog.It's an insight into life on the road. Also Check out photos from Richard's London art exhibition that took place in November 2009 at Saint George's Hotel, Regent Street.. New concerts are also included for 2010 WARNER WEEKEND BREAKS Also new to 2010 Richard is returning to the popular Warner weekend breaks, appearing at Holme Lacy in May and Littlecote House, Hungerford in November. Check out their website for more details Folk Club Tour - July 2010 Away from his busy concert schedule next Spring and Autumn, for one month only, July 2010, Richard is undertaking his first folk club tour for many years. From the furthest reaches of the Scottish islands and Ireland to the Channel Islands down south, no matter how big or small, Richard, through Routes Music, is planning a one-off, one-month tour of folk clubs. He's getting in a camper van and hopefully playing at a club near you. Contact Routes Music for more details. Additional News
POETRY BOOKS Richard's poetry books, 365 Daily Rhymes and My Poems, are proving very popular at concerts. If you would like to obtain signed copies of either for yourself or as a present for a friend please contact us via this site. Remember, if they are presents, you must allow 14 days for delivery. Matt Hampton will sort it for you
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