Abney Park's Music Hall Stars
We are pleased to host a recording of 'Your Own, Your Very Own', a documentary detailing the life and times of the music hall stars buried in Abney Park, presented by Colin Sell, of Radio 4's Sorry I Haven't A Clue.
The 45 minute documentary, also featuring Barry Cryer, goes into the stories behind such stars as George Leybourne, Fred Albert, Nellie Power, Walter Laburnum and many more.
Watch the documentary:
Biography: Colin Sell
Colin Sell has been a Stoke Newington resident for 40 years. He works as a composer and musical director and has taught singing and film studies extensively in drama colleges. He has also been the pianist for many music hall shows, is a regular accompanist for silent films, and is the long-suffering pianist on Radio 4’s I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue.
We need your continued support
We’re seeking donations to help Abney Park Trust curate a series of events, audio tours and publications on Abney as part of our mission to promote Abney’s history, wildlife and role in the community. We’re also looking to raise funds for our monument restoration programme. Please support us so we can continue in the care and promotion of this beautiful space.
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