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Peter pays tribute to Margaret Rodger a member of the Playback Committee who died in December. Margaret was a dear friend of Margaret Cowie and for many years Margaret Rodger brailed the script for our news section and supported Playback in many other ways.
Margaret recently visited her and found out more about her life and her involvement as one of the founders of Falkirk Newsline talking Newspaper Service. Falkirk Newsline, 01324 228313 Christine 01324 812082 Forth Valley Sensory Centre 01324 590888.
John Gerard Beattie MBE was a Scottish actor and stand-up comedian whose career spanned over six decades. He appeared on shows including the sketch show Scotch & Wry and the sitcom Rab C. Nesbitt, and later appeared in more dramatic roles including Malcolm Hamilton in the soap opera River City. He died in July 2020 age 94, in 2002 peter spoke to him about his 50 years in showbusiness
John Cavanagh chats on line to Khalia in Jamaica an American Regge Singer and performer.
www.johncavanagh.co.uk for more also K-Licious Music artists & music download – Beatport
Robert Burns lived in Mauchline in what was arguably his most creative and productive period. It was at his farm, Mossgiel, close to the town that he composed many of his best-loved poems. Whilst making his new farm ready, Burns and his wife Jean Armour lodged in a room in what is now Burns House Museum. Using original manuscripts, objects and other publications, the museum interpret Burns’ time in the town and his relations with many of its characters like Holy Willie, who featured in Burns’ poetry and who is buried in the graveyard opposite the museum Whether you are a first time visitor to Mauchline or returning to this historic town, a visit to Burns House Museum is a must! Ally Smith paid a visit in the 1990’s
Burns House Museum | East Ayrshire Leisure Trust
Bill McCue OBE was a Scottish singer known for his performances in opera, musical theatre and traditional Scottish folk music, including many of the songs by Robert Burns. He died in 1999 age 65. Peter spoke to him in October 1987
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