About Richard Digance
Richard Digance is not a member of the helter-skelter show-biz industry that boasts so many casualties and forgotten names even though he received a BAFTA Nomination in the late 1980s. He isn't just a member of the music industry either that so often relies on hit records or best-selling albums. Richard walks through the middle of the two, where few others tread and he's done so for over 35 years. He's also written books, plays and filmscripts. '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.
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. '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. Richard Digance on MySpace Visit Richard Digance on MySpace, already over 43,000 visitors and growing daily. A chance to hear three of Richard's new songs free of charge, thousands already have, and to link up with others who follow Richard's work. The site was built by Caroline Thomas of Cornwall for whom we thank for her hard work in making Richard Digance on MySpace possible 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 and add 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?
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Last minute date for the diary - Timmy Payne, who played stunning electric guitar with Richard at Cropredy this year, is helping out his local pub on Sunday 22nd November. A rare evening of RICHARD DIGANCE and TIMMY PAYNE at The Village Bells, Eling, Totton, Southampton. Its free of charge and Richard and Timmy would love to see you there and buy a few drinks to help out the landlord. 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 TRACEY HOLLIS Congratulations to Tracey too as she has finally launched her own website traceyhollis.com. Although having worked with Richard for nearly ten years she is also an accomplished artist. Check the site out and let her know what you think as she would be delighted to hear from you
| BBC Essex Richard Digance will be joining BBC Radio Essex FM in 2010 as a guest presenter. As a taster he will be presenting a unique Christmas Day show at 1pm, more details to follow shortly. It is a return to Richard's great love of radio following many years at Capital Radio, BBC Radio 2 and of course Hospital Radio in East Ham where it all began many years ago. More details of this exciting venture through 2010 to follow shortly 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 Richard Digance has completed his latest comedic novel, Guppy Swamp, to be published in 2010 through his literary agent Guy Rose of Futerman Rose & Associates.He has also continued his sixteen year relationship with Channel 4s Countdown. Of the 200 guests that have appeared in Dictionary Corner with Susie Dent, Richard ranks 5th in terms of number of appearances throughout the history of the show, approaching 200 appearances. The Cropredy Festival was by his own estimation his most satisfying and best received yet, playing with guitarist Timmy Payne, and he's already been invited to appear next year in the Saturday slot he's made his own over the years. Why not sponsor Richard Digance on The Net? A chance for you or your company to head-up one of the eleven pages on this website.Advertise your business through us during these difficult times, please contact us for more details
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The show has been specially written exclusively for these two tours so its something different, even if you've seen him before. Sample Christmas Song: Father Christmas Save The World
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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!!
