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Hangar 17
Presented by Mickey Hutton
Collette Brown
Paul Leyshon
Country of origin United Kingdom
Production
Executive producer(s) Christopher Pilkington
Producer(s) Peter Leslie
Running time 25 minutes
Release
Original network BBC1
Original release 10 January 1992 (1992-01-10) – 29 March 1994 (1994-03-29)

Hangar 17 was a fun and exciting music and variety show made just for kids aged 9 to 13. It aired in the United Kingdom on BBC1 from 1992 to 1994. Each episode was about 25 minutes long and packed with different kinds of entertainment.

What Was Hangar 17?

Hangar 17 was a TV show that mixed music with other cool acts. It was designed to be a place where young viewers could discover new music and enjoy a variety of performances. The show aimed to be a lively and entertaining experience for its audience.

Who Hosted the Show?

The main presenter of Hangar 17 was the stand-up comedian Mickey Hutton. He helped keep the show energetic and funny. Other presenters included Collette Brown and Paul Leyshon. Paul Leyshon, who was a student at the Brit School, also played the role of the show's resident DJ, picking out the tunes. The show was produced by Peter Leslie.

What Kind of Acts Were On?

Besides musical guests, Hangar 17 featured many different types of performers. You could see talented jugglers showing off their skills. There were also mime artists who told stories without words. And, of course, there were comedians to make everyone laugh.

Show's Musical Features

In its first series, Hangar 17 had a special feature called a "Battle of the Bands." This was a great way to promote new and unsigned musical groups. It gave them a chance to perform on TV and gain fans. However, this idea changed for the second series. The show then started featuring more well-known musical acts, like the popular group East 17.

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