Toby Hadoke's The Quatermass Experiment Book Launch and Q&A
at 53Two, Manchester
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In 1953, Nigel Kneale's "The Quatermass Experiment" rocketed onto British TV screens, leaving an impact that can still be felt 70 years later. Sci-fi historian, broadcaster, actor, and comedian Toby Hadoke has spent several years applying his characteristically meticulous research to the Quatermass serials; "The Quatermass Experiment" will be the first of five books exploring theit conception, development, production, and cultural impact
There will be a Q&A between Toby and host Abby Cook (Blue Peter), plus an opportunity for questions from the audience and to purchase signed copies.
As 53two are a non-profit arts organisation and offering their space for free, all proceeds from tickets will go to support the venue.
Toby Hadoke
'Toby is an actor, writer and comedian, who has a stupid name that no-one can pronounce or spell. He was born in a small cottage in Ludlow, Shropshire at the turn of the century, and even as a baby, sported a rather manly collection of facial hair.' Manchester comedy Legend and host of XS Malarkey. Toby was the inaugural winner of The Les Dawson Award, beating a shortlist including Peter Kay, Daniel Kitson, Dave Spikey, Ken Dodd, Caroline Ahearne, Craig Cash and Steve Coogan. He works regularly in TV and Radio having appeared in shows ranging from Coronation Street to Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights. 'Superior stand-up skills – very, very funny' (The Guardian) 'A comedy genius' (Metro).
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Toby Hadoke's The Quatermass Experiment Book Launch and Q&A image © Toby Hadoke
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Manchester
M3 4LP
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on Sun 11 May 2025