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Peter Gill

Location: Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
About The Speaker...

Born and raised in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire I now live in the beautiful county of Herefordshire. My first published works were of local, historical interest commencing with Cheltenham at War in 1994. I have been writing and producing for the theatre stage for the last twenty years – many of my productions I have also performed in and continue to tour with. Amongst these shows are The Jerry Lee Lewis Story, Seance, Talbot House – a home from home, and Meet Tommy Atkins. The last two of these are inspired by my passionate interest in the Great War of 1914 – 1919.
I also spend much of my work life touring the country in a variety of theatre shows which include: Politically Incorrect – The Songs of Tom Lehrer, An Evening with the Wit and Songs of Noel Coward, The Jerry Lee Lewis Story, alongside Anita Harris as her Musical Director, and in Meet Tommy Atkins.

About Their Talks...

I have a selection of talks and presentations suitable for any size venue and audience. I generally talk for between 45 and 60 minutes depedning on your requirements and all the presentations have visuals and some include live music! I can be fully self-contained and am happy to travel anywhere!
Typically I am booked by local history associations, W.I. meetings, Probus groups, schools and for cruises.

Fee:

I charge a flat fee of £50 plus travel expenses of up to £20 where applicable.

My Contact Details:
Phone:

07702 253638

Email:

petergill@live.co.uk

View Talks by Peter Gill

The Wit and Songs of Noel Coward

Public Speaker in Herefordshire, Peter Gill presents his talk on The Wit and Songs of Noel Coward

Born in 1899, Coward was an actor, writer, composer, director, producer, and in later life painter– and he excelled at them all. He said of himself ‘I am an enormously talented man, and there is no point in denying it’.
This is a sixty minute reminder of that talent and some of the wonderful songs and wit of the ‘Master’ including A Bar on The Piccola Marina, Don’t Let’s Be Beastly To The Germans, Mrs Worthington, There Are Bad Times Just Around The Corner and Mad Dogs & Englishmen.

Surviving The Great War – The Songs, Humour and Words That Kept The Boys Going

Public Speaker in Herefordshire, Peter Gill presents his talk on Surviving The Great War – The Songs, Humour and Words That Kept The Boys Going

A fifty minute presentation in words, music and visuals exploring how the Arts helped those embroiled in the devastation of the First World War to survive to the end of the day, or perhaps the week, or even to come home safely again. We’ll examine some of the Great War’s poetry, the songs that emerged and the wonderful satire which all worked to keep spirits up.

Talbot House - a home from home

Public Speaker in Herefordshire, Peter Gill presents his talk on Talbot House - a home from home

Run by the cleric Tubby Clayton, Talbot House in Poperinge, Belgium, became the ‘haven in hell’ for many British servicemen during the Great War and ultimately the inspiration behind the Toc H Movement. This illustrated talk introduces us to the house which allowed men of all ranks and religion to find some home comforts and to escape from the sounds, sights and odours of war for just a little while.

Private Godfrey's Real War

To the legions of fans of ‘Dad’s Army’, Private Charles Godfrey was that wonderfully endearing, kind and gentle retired tailor who lives with his two spinster sisters in Cherry Tree Cottage, Walminton-on-Sea. However, the Great War experiences of William Arnold Ridley, who played Godfrey, as a combatant in the front line trenches of the Western Front would leave him both physically and mentally scarred for life.
A 45 minute talk with visuals.

Butch & Sundance: Heroes or Villains?

Public Speaker in Herefordshire, Peter Gill presents his talk on Butch & Sundance: Heroes or Villains?

In 1969 Paul Newman and Robert Redford immortalised two of America’s most notorious bank and train robbers of all time in George Roy Hill’s cinematic spectacle. Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid were represented as two affable and likeable Robin Hood style outlaws, but how accurate a reflection was this?
A 45 minute talk with visuals

Testimonials & Reviews

‘Fabulous entertainment once again but enjoyed the Jerry Lee Lewis even more than the other two talks previously heard. Your talent you shared with us not only brought back nostalgic memories but so much enjoyment. A few more drinks and I would have been up dancing. It left us all buzzing. I could have listened to you all afternoon.’

Jenny – Sept 2024

 

Peter Gill Contact Details:
Phone:

07702 253638

Email:

petergill@live.co.uk

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