Razzmatazz (British TV series) facts for kids
Razzmatazz was a super cool music TV show for kids! It aired on ITV in the UK from June 1981 to January 1987. Imagine a show where you could see your favorite pop stars perform live, play fun games, and even learn some cooking tips. That was Razzmatazz!
The show was made by Tyne Tees Television especially for Children's ITV. It had a bunch of awesome presenters over the years. The first hosts were Alastair Pirrie and Lyn Spencer. Later on, other presenters joined, like Brendan Healy, Suzanne Dando, and even the famous singer Lisa Stansfield, who started on the show when she was just 16 years old!
Razzmatazz was filmed in Newcastle, and guess who made up most of the audience? Kids from local schools! It was a great way for young fans to see their music heroes up close. Many popular music acts of the time appeared on the show. Some of the big names included Kate Bush, David Essex, Chas and Dave, Lynsey de Paul, Madness, Kim Wilde, Bucks Fizz, Seona Dancing, and General Public. It was a real treat for music lovers!
Exploring the Razzmatazz TV Series
Razzmatazz ran for many years, bringing music and fun to kids across the country. The show had a total of nine main series, plus several special episodes for holidays like New Year and Christmas.
- Series 1: Kicked off on June 2, 1981, with 13 episodes.
- New Year Special: A special show on January 1, 1982.
- Series 2: Started on February 5, 1982, with 13 more episodes.
- Series 3: Began on September 14, 1982, and had 16 episodes.
- Series 4: A spring series starting April 5, 1983, with 13 episodes.
- Rock & Pop Awards Special: A special awards show on July 19, 1983.
- Series 5: Started on November 1, 1983, and ran for 14 episodes.
- Series 6: Began on April 11, 1984, with 14 episodes.
- Series 7: A new series from October 24, 1984, with 14 episodes.
- Series 8: Started on March 27, 1985, and had 14 episodes.
- Christmas Special: A festive episode on December 23, 1985.
- Series 9: The final main series, starting June 11, 1986, with 12 episodes.
- Christmas Special: Another holiday special on December 17, 1986.
- New Year Special: The very last episode aired on January 2, 1987.
