Best British musical series
A curated collection of popular musical series from United Kingdom.
I Dream (2004)
I Dream (2004)
A British children's musical television comedy programme aimed at and mostly about teenagers, which aired in 2004. It was set at an esteemed performing arts college near Barcelona, Spain, and focuses on 13 teenagers who are invited to enrol at the college, Avalon Heights, over the summer. All eight members of the pop group S Club 8 star in the show alongside five other young actors and actresses and Hollywood film actor Christopher Lloyd.The show has the members of S Club 8 playing supposedly exaggerated versions of themselves, albeit with identical names to their real life counterparts. Each episode of the show includes several songs and dance numbers involving both members and non-members of the band. Cast member George Wood called the show "a modern day Fame".
The Singing Detective (1986)
I'd Do Anything (2008)
I'd Do Anything (2008)
I'd Do Anything was a 2008 talent show-themed television series produced by the BBC in the United Kingdom and broadcast on BBC One. It premièred on 15 March 2008. The show searched for a new, unknown lead to play Nancy and three young performers who will take it in turns to play Oliver in a West End revival of the British musical Oliver!.The show, named after the song "I'd Do Anything", was hosted by Graham Norton with Andrew Lloyd Webber again overseeing the programme, together with theatrical producer Cameron Mackintosh. In January 2008, John Barrowman confirmed he would be taking part in the show. The BBC also confirmed in late February 2008 that Barry Humphries would join Barrowman and Denise Van Outen on the judging panel of the show.Auditions for the show began in January 2008, with the show airing on BBC One throughout March, April and May 2008. In the final, on 31 May, Jodie Prenger was announced as the winner of the series.
Hairspray: The School Musical (2008)
Hairspray: The School Musical (2008)
One unsuspecting London high school is presented with the challenge of a lifetime: to audition, rehearse and perform a West End worthy performance of 'Hairspray' in one summer holiday.
On the Edge: Improvisation in Music (1992)
On the Edge: Improvisation in Music (1992)
A series of four 55 minute films shown on Channel 4 TV in the UK in early 1992. To say this was the best and most intelligent analysis of improvisation to be screened on UK television is probably unnecessary: it has in all likelihood been the only televised programme on this form of music-making. Written and narrated by Derek Bailey, produced and directed by Jeremy Marre, it developed out of the first edition of Bailey's book on improvisation (the broadcast almost coinciding with the publication of the second edition) and attempted to provide a world-view of the subject, not being bound by country, musical genre or preconception.
Huey Morgan's Latin Music Adventure (2020)
Huey Morgan's Latin Music Adventure (2020)
Huey Morgan presents a new three-part series, diving into the unique sounds of three countries - Puerto Rico, Brazil and Cuba - on a quest to understand latin music's enduring appeal.
Ain't Misbehavin' (1997)
Ain't Misbehavin' (1997)
Comedy drama set during World War Two following the misadventures of two very different bandsmen - one an ex-air force pilot, the other a draft dodging, scheming private detective - as they get caught up with gangsters and romance in blitz torn London.
Live Aid (BBC Broadcast) (1985)
Live Aid (BBC Broadcast) (1985)
This broadcast can be considered as the best possible. We have here complete performances of most of the Wembley performers and almost all the American performers, as soon as the satellite feed was opened at 17:00.
Big Night Out (ITV) (1961)
Big Night Out (ITV) (1961)
Popular variety series that made TV stars of Mike and Bernie Winters. It was recorded in Manchester and featuried top-name guests including Don Arrol, Kathy Kirby, Lionel Blair, Russ Conway, Diana Dors, Dickie Valentine, Bob Monkhouse and The Beatles at the height of their teenybopper fame.
Hushabye Lullabye (2020)
Hushabye Lullabye (2020)
Join Dillie Dally and the Hushabye Rocket as they take flight on a musical journey full of lullabies and cuddles to Planet Dream.
Rock Legends (2002)
Rock Legends (2002)
The series "Rock Legends" focuses on the Midlands music scene and pays tribute to some of the most successful musical artists to come out of the region. The series is hosted by Noddy Holder.
Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History (2014)
Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History (2014)
This comprehensive history of the Hollywood musical kicks off with the advent of talking pictures. And what better way to usher in this bold new era than with a musical starring the world’s most popular entertainer?
... Sings (2009)
... Sings (2009)
BBC archive performances of cover versions
The Hollyoaks Music Show (2009)
The Hollyoaks Music Show (2009)
The Hollyoaks Music Show, sponsored by Matalan, ran for three series from 2009 to 2011 and was broadcast as 30 minute episodes on Channel 4’s magazine show ‘T4’. Recorded on the set of Hollyoaks, performers included global sensation, Ed Sheeran, who was promoting his debut single ‘A Team’ at the time, as well as Paloma Faith, Jason Derulo, The Saturdays and Olly Murs. Across the three series, The Hollyoaks Music Show was presented by Rick Edwards, Matt Littler and Darren Jefferies and also featured appearances from current Hollyoaks cast members.
Contrasts (1968)
Contrasts (1968)
A series of music and arts features originally broadcast by the BBC between 1967 and 1969.Selected episodes are now being made available on BBC iPlayer.Unable to find any list of the original episodes so starting episodes from 1 for each original broadcast year as they become available.
Don't Forget Your Toothbrush (UK) (1994)
Don't Forget Your Toothbrush (UK) (1994)
Don't Forget Your Toothbrush was a combined light entertainment and quiz show written and presented by Chris Evans and ran for two series notching up over twenty shows along the way.
2Gs and the Pop People (1972)
2Gs and the Pop People (1972)
Popular music series; the 2 G's refers to dance group The Second Generation. ITV tx 10/06/1972 - 15/07/1972 (Sat) 6 eps. x 45 mins. A London Weekend Television Production
... Sings Disney Songs (2012)
... Sings Disney Songs (2012)
From a range of archive shows, interpretations of Disney tunes over the last 40 years, including the Bare Necessities, When You Wish upon a Star and Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah.
A Blackpool Big Band Boogie: Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra (2015)
A Blackpool Big Band Boogie: Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra (2015)
Concert specially recorded for BBC Four on 24 June 2015 at the Empress Ballroom Blackpool, where Jools Holland and his band were joined by special guests Rumer, Marc Almond and Ruby Turner.
One To One (UK) (1990)
One To One (UK) (1990)
Annie Nightingale interviews rock stars, one-to-one
Latin Music: A Session With (2020)
Latin Music: A Session With (2020)
A treat for music lovers - intimate live sessions with musicians from Puerto Rico, Brazil and Cuba. Each film is an immersive portrait of both the artist and the influences that have shaped them.
TOTP2 at Christmas (2008)
TOTP2 at Christmas (2008)
Series of editions of TOTP2 featuring the very best pop music from the BBC archives