Hancock

1. Anthony John, known as Tony. 1924--68, British comedian, noted for his radio series Hancock's Half Hour

2. John. 1737--93, American statesman; first signatory of the Declaration of Independence

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TWO long-lost radio scripts from the 1950s written for Birmingham legend Tony Hancock are to receieve a rare staging.

The series was set in the fictional seaside town of Churdley Bay, where the blundering, slightly pompous and barely tolerated Hancock aspires to better his lot.

Hancock's lost half hours... before Hancock's Half Hour

LONG-LOST scripts written for Birmingham comedy genius Tony Hancock are to be staged for the first time in 65 years.

Stephens, a writer for The Goon Show, convinced BBC bosses in 1952 that Vacant Lot was the perfect vehicle for Hall Green hero Hancock, by that time a rising radio star.

EARLY HANCOCK SCRIPTS ARE TO BE STAGED FOR FIRST TIME - 65 YEARS ON!

Established in 1962 by Ray Hancock, Hancocks currently generates sales of more that GBP100m.

Management, H2 Equity Partners take possession of Hancocks

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