Dogman (children's musical)

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Dogman is a 1994 children's musical show by John Dowie with music by Neil Innes directed by Victor Spinetti. [1] A soundtrack album was released in 2005, narrated by Phill Jupitus and again with the songs of Neil Innes. [2]

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References

  1. Theatre Record - Volume 14, Issues 17-26 - Page 1138 1994 "But that most critical of all audiences, the under-lOs. were utterly enthralled by Dogman. the adventurous children's play at the Pleasance Written by John Dowie, Tony Hasse and Neil Innes and directed with verve and spirit by Victor Spinetti
  2. Sophie Johnson Miranda Hart - Such Fun: The Unauthorised Biography 2001 1843588455 "Dogman, meanwhile, was adapted for the stage by Leisa Rea, whose production is described in the programme as 'off ... it to anybody. An audiobook CD was later released in 2005, narrated by Phill Jupitus and with songs from Neil Innes."