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TV Talent Scout

Australian TV series or program

TV Talent Scout was an early Australian television series, which aired circa 1957 to 1958 on Sydney station ATN-7. The series was hosted by Bob Pollard,[1] with other regulars including pianist Terry Wilkinson and organist Tommy Lane.

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As the title suggests, it was a talent contest. For example, in one episode the performers were singer Keith McKeachie, singer Marcia Capelle (real name Mrs. W. Wiggins), singer and tap-dancer Ray Dowsett, and violinist Helen Quinn.[2] In another episode, the performers were comedian Pamela Hawken, singing act The Ross Brothers, singer Val Collet, and piano-accordionist Benny Saitta.[3]

Although kinescope recording existed during the run of the series, it is not known if any of the episodes are still extant.

References

  1. [1]
    "Television Details". The Sydney Morning Herald. 15 July 1957. p. 5. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
  2. [2]
    "Surfer Seeks Fame On Television". The Sydney Morning Herald. 20 August 1957. p. 4. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
  3. [3]
    "Dancer Wins Heat In T.V. Quest". The Sydney Morning Herald. 1 July 1957. p. 12. Retrieved 21 February 2021.
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