The One and Only Phyllis Dixey (1978) Lesley-Anne Down Michael Elphick

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THE ONE AND ONLY PHYLLIS DIXEY (1978)

In 1978 Thames Television produced this drama documentary on the life of Phyllis Dixey. For a declining number of the British population she is remembered for her "Peek a Boo" revues.

Dixey started her career as a child dancer in pantomime. Later, she secured a job in the chorus line with the impresario Wallace Parnell. This was the time of the grand revues and Parnell was famous for his glamorous productions. Later Phyllis found employment with the comedian and actor-manager Ernie Lotinga and toured Britain in a show called, "The Means Test".

More details on Dixey's life can be found at:

www.epsomandewellhistoryexplorer.org.uk

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[sentientfootwear]

Excellent - I remember seeing this when it was first broadcast. I've been trying to find clips of it for years. Many thanks for posting.

[rayder]

hi there do you have anymore clips of the one and only phyllis dixey

[Mavrilon]

Thank you for sharing this video, I really enjoyed watching it. Do you happen to have any films with British actors James Fox or his brother Edward Fox ?