Richard Valentine

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Richard Valentine

Richard is a BAFTA and Royal Television Society award winning multi camera director who has directed some of the biggest Live TV events over the last few years including One Love Manchester, Sound of Music Live, Chime for Change, Live 8, Live Earth, FIFA 2010 World Cup Kick Off Concert, Help For Heroes Concert, Strictly Come Dancing, Dancing on Ice, The Royal Wedding & The Diamond Jubilee. He has…

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It Started with Swap ShopIt Started with Swap Shop · 2006
It Started with Swap Shop
2006
MovieDocumentaryComedy
Noel Edmonds, Keith Chegwin, John Craven and Maggie Philbin reunite for a one-off edition of the Saturday morning classic Swap Shop to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
The Sound of Music Live!The Sound of Music Live! · 2015
The Sound of Music Live!
★ 7.72015
MovieDramaMusic
The popular musical is brought to life on soundstages at London's Three Mills Studio, in a live TV dramatisation of the timeless story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II.
Ariana Grande at the BBCAriana Grande at the BBC · 2018
Ariana Grande at the BBC
★ 8.62018
MovieMusicTV Movie
Davina McCall chats to Ariana Grande in this musical extravaganza. Ariana performs songs from her latest album Sweetener and some of her biggest hits accompanied by her band and an all-female orchestra.
Paris 2024 Olympic Closing CeremonyParis 2024 Olympic Closing Ceremony · 2024
Paris 2024 Olympic Closing Ceremony
★ 6.22024
MovieDocumentaryFamily
Like an indelible memory, this Olympic closing ceremony will be marked by audacity, fraternity and emotion. In the heart of the Stade de France, athletes from all over the world will represent their countries one last time in an incredible moment of celebration and sharing. With their eyes riveted to the flame, the emotion will be immense as we close the great Olympic book of Paris 2024.
Tim Minchin: BBC Comedy Prom 2011Tim Minchin: BBC Comedy Prom 2011 · 2011
Tim Minchin: BBC Comedy Prom 2011
★ 7.82011
MovieComedy
Musician, actor, comedian and rock 'n' roll superstar Tim Minchin hosts a Proms first - the Comedy Prom. Tim is joined by Sue Perkins, Susan Bullock (soprano), Danny Driver (piano), Kit and the Widow, Beardyman, The Boy with Tape on his Face, Doc Brown, the Mongrels, the BBC Concert Orchestra, Andrew Litton (guest conductor) and Jules Buckley (music director).
Boom Bang-a-Bang! 50 Years of EurovisionBoom Bang-a-Bang! 50 Years of Eurovision · 2006
Boom Bang-a-Bang! 50 Years of Eurovision
2006
MovieMusicDocumentary
Boom-a-Bang: 50 Years of Eurovision is an one hour documentary that aired on BBC One on 16 May 2006. The programme celebrates 50 years of the Eurovision Song Contest and was presented and narrated by long serving Eurovision commentator Terry Wogan including a guest appearance from the UK representative for the 2006 Eurovision Song Contest, Daz Sampson, as well as archive footage from previous UK and other entries.
U2 at The BBCU2 at The BBC · 2017
U2 at The BBC
★ 8.02017
MovieMusicDocumentary
U2 bring their stadium-filling rock to Abbey Road Studios to perform exclusive versions of classics like With or Without You, Beautiful Day and One, alongside new music from their latest album Songs of Experience, accompanied by a live orchestra and choir.
Westlife: The Twenty Tour - Live from Croke ParkWestlife: The Twenty Tour - Live from Croke Park · 2019
Westlife: The Twenty Tour - Live from Croke Park
2019
MovieMusic
Westlife are back! It’s been 20 years since they smashed into the charts in 1999 with ‘Swear It Again’ and went on to achieve a staggering 14 number one UK singles, selling 55 million records worldwide. Now, their highly anticipated reunion tour – which is their fastest selling one – is coming to cinemas worldwide on Saturday 6 July. The final spectacular show of the UK and Ireland leg of the ‘The Twenty Tour’ will be broadcast LIVE to cinemas from Dublin’s iconic Croke Park stadium. Irish heartthrobs Shane, Nicky, Mark and Kian will perform brand-new music alongside their greatest hits and all 14 of their UK No.1 singles, including ‘Uptown Girl’ ‘Flying Without Wings', ‘You Raise Me Up’ and 'If I Let You Go'.

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Westlife: The Twenty Tour - Live from Croke ParkWestlife: The Twenty Tour - Live from Croke Park · 2019
Westlife: The Twenty Tour - Live from Croke Park
2019
MovieMusic
Westlife are back! It’s been 20 years since they smashed into the charts in 1999 with ‘Swear It Again’ and went on to achieve a staggering 14 number one UK singles, selling 55 million records worldwide. Now, their highly anticipated reunion tour – which is their fastest selling one – is coming to cinemas worldwide on Saturday 6 July. The final spectacular show of the UK and Ireland leg of the ‘The Twenty Tour’ will be broadcast LIVE to cinemas from Dublin’s iconic Croke Park stadium. Irish heartthrobs Shane, Nicky, Mark and Kian will perform brand-new music alongside their greatest hits and all 14 of their UK No.1 singles, including ‘Uptown Girl’ ‘Flying Without Wings', ‘You Raise Me Up’ and 'If I Let You Go'.

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Westlife: The Wild Dreams Tour (Live at Wembley Stadium)Westlife: The Wild Dreams Tour (Live at Wembley Stadium) · 2022
Westlife: The Wild Dreams Tour (Live at Wembley Stadium)
2022
MovieMusic
The UK’s biggest-selling album group of the 21st century, Westlife will be broadcasting their first ever show from Wembley Stadium, live to cinemas on Saturday 6 August.  In front of a sold out Wembley Stadium, this spectacular show is going to be their biggest and most historic show yet! With 20 years of hits, a staggering 14 number one UK singles and selling over 55 million records worldwide, Westlife will deliver an unmissable night for fans. Performing all of their hits from their highly anticipated Wild Dreams tour, including ‘Uptown Girl’, ‘Flying Without Wings’, ‘You Raise Me Up’ and ‘If I Let You Go’. Irish heart-throbs Shane, Nicky, Mark and Kian invite fans everywhere to come together in their local cinema and share in this unforgettable live experience, up close and personal.

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Royal Variety Performance 2020Royal Variety Performance 2020 · 2020
Royal Variety Performance 2020
2020
SeriesComedyDrama
Attended by senior members of the British Royal Family, this much-loved show has a worldwide audience of over 150 million who return every year to this feast of comedy, dance and musical performances.Hosted by Jason Manford During his appearance on the show, Michael Ball will be on stage with the NHS Choir to perform You’ll Never Walk Alone. Other big names performing include Gary Barlow, while Sheridan Smith is set to perform as Cilla Black from Cilla The Musical. Frozen the Musical star Samantha Barks will also treat viewers to a song. There’ll be music from Steps, Melanie C and Brit Award winner Celeste, plus performances from West End star Marisha Wallace and Kenyan acrobats The Black Blues Brothers. Catchphrase host Stephen Mulhern will deliver a set of magic tricks, with Britain’s Got Talent 2020 winner Jon Courtenay providing the laughs alongside stand-up stars Jo Caulfield and Daliso Chaponda.

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