London-based Hall revealed that Rebecca Hall is my big sister, so she is just totally thrilled about this.
This film, this book has a very special place in her heart.
University Challengeis a beloved show, never more so than when its quizmaster was Bamber Gascogne.
Emma Hall, Charlie Parham & ‘Starter for 10’Emily Forbes/Icon Film
He hosted the program for 25 years.
His famous catchphrase as he opened a round of questions was Fingers on buzzers your starter for 10.
The expression remains popular even with those who have never watched the TV show.
Hatty Carman and Tom Rasmussen
Punk rock composers Tom Rasmussen and Hatty Carman will write the 80s-inspired score and lyrics.
Emma Hall and Charlie Parham will pen book and lyrics.
The songs will remind audiences of the songs of that era, Hall noted.
Both Hall and Parham read Nicholls book when they were at Cambridge.
We didnt make theUniversity Challengeteam, sadly.
Starter for 10will run at the Bristol Old Vic from February 29-March 30.
Its part of the celebrated theaters inaugural season of new artistic director Nancy Medina.
Producers are Hall and Parhams Antic Productions, Bristol Old Vic, Longshot Films and Playtone.
Playtone produced the film version with Neal Street Productions.
Neal Street is not involved with the stage production.
We have their blessing, and everyone is just thrilled this is happening, said Hall.
