John Bird (2) (1936–2022)

Consisting of unscripted but planned improvisations, these wonderful sketches transcribe really well to the page. They benefit from introductions setting the scene for each one which bring the circumstances right to life. There is also a funny introduction from John Fortune which explains how the they are devised (largely down the pub it seems!). The two Johns manage to get to the heart of the matter every time, piercing the pomposity of politicians, civil servants, businessmen and whoever else they turn their satirical attention to. Fabulous!… (más)