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BRITTAS EMPIRE IS STRIKING BACK

Comedy stars’ virtual reunion

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STARS of The Brittas Empire are staging a reunion this week.

They are set to reprise their roles for a virtual event to mark the 30th anniversar­y of the sitcom. from the comedy. They will also be

A TV insider said: “There has been talk looking back at their favourite moments about a reunion for years and finally it’s from the series and revealing behindthe-scenes happening. Everyone is very excited.” gossip.

Chris Barrie, who played eccentric An event spokesman said: “The night leisurecen­tremanager­GordonBrit­tas,has will consist of scene readings, the cast signed up to take part. talking about their time on the show,

Other cast members who are on board sharing stories and memories, and then include Harriet Thorpe, Tim Marriott, finishing with a question and answer Russell Porter, Jill Greenacre, Mike Burns, panel where the cast will take questions Julia St John and John Carrigan. from the attendees watching.”

The event will be streamed live on The bash could pave the way for a Facebook on Thursday at 8pm. It will new series. include the stars reading classic scenes An insider said: “If enough people watch the event then it will prove that new episodes are wanted by fans.”

The Brittas Empire ran for seven series and more than 50 episodes between 1991 and 1997.

Gordon was killed off at one point but still came back for a second series.

It was a ratings smash, with 13million BBC viewers.

Last year, stars of another hit comedy The Fast Show got back together for a documentar­y on digital channel Gold.

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