EastEnders facts for kids
EastEnders is a very popular soap opera from the United Kingdom. It first started in February 1985 and has shown over 5,700 episodes! This show is a big competitor to other famous British soaps like Coronation Street and Emmerdale. You can usually watch it on BBC One.
The show takes place in a made-up part of East London called Walford. Even though Walford isn't real, the show is filmed in Elstree, a village near Borehamwood. Just like some other soap operas, a lot of the action happens around a local pub. In EastEnders, this famous pub is called The Queen Vic. The stories often focus on the everyday lives and challenges of families and friends living in Walford. EastEnders has won many awards, including six BAFTA awards.
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What is EastEnders About?
EastEnders is a drama series that tells ongoing stories about the lives of people in a community. It shows their friendships, family life, and the different situations they face every day. The show helps viewers understand different points of view and how people deal with various challenges. It's like watching a long story unfold, with new parts added almost every day.
Where is Walford Located?
Walford is the fictional area in East London where all the EastEnders stories happen. It's a busy place with homes, shops, and a market. The main square is called Albert Square. Even though Walford isn't a real place, it feels very real to the viewers. The show's creators wanted it to feel like a true working-class London neighbourhood.
The Queen Victoria Pub
The pub in EastEnders is called The Queen Victoria, or "The Queen Vic" for short. It is a very important place in the show. Many characters meet there to talk, celebrate, or sometimes even argue. It's often at the heart of the community. The pub has seen many different owners and has been part of countless memorable moments in the show's history.
Who Created EastEnders?
EastEnders was created by two talented people: Julia Smith and Tony Holland. They wanted to make a show that truly showed what life was like in East London. They worked hard to create interesting characters and storylines that would keep viewers hooked. Their vision helped make EastEnders one of the most successful and long-running shows in British television.
Awards and Recognition
Over the years, EastEnders has won many important awards. It has received six BAFTA awards, which are very prestigious. These awards recognise the show's excellent acting, writing, and overall production. Winning these awards shows how much the show is respected in the television industry. It is known for its strong stories and memorable characters.
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Julia Smith and Tony Holland, the creators of EastEnders
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EastEnders original titles sequence, 1985–1993
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Bryan Kirkwood, executive producer (2010–2012)
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The Queen Victoria Public House (as it looked from November 1992 to September 2010) is the main focus point of Albert Square (pictured).
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The Butcher/Jackson living room in 2008.
See also
In Spanish: EastEnders para niños
