The Two Ronnies

The programme featured guest appearances by Leslie Ash and Elaine Paige as part of the broadcast, in a lively format. It also presented a series of sketches, such as Coy George, Don't Quote Me, Roadsweepers, Raiders of the Last Auk and Bushman's Holiday.

The broadcast is a single episode of a television programme that welcomes two well‑known guests, Leslie Ash and Elaine Paige. Both women appear as themselves, joining the regular host for a mixture of conversation and entertainment. Their presence forms the central draw of the show, offering viewers the chance to see the pair interact in a light‑hearted setting. The heart of the episode lies in a succession of comedy sketches. Among the pieces performed are “Coy George”, a short segment that plays on the notion of shyness, and “Don’t Quote Me”, which riffs on the pitfalls of misquoting. The programme also showcases “Roadsweepers”, a sketch set against an urban backdrop, “Raiders of the Last Auk”, a parody of adventure tales, and “Bushman’s Holiday”, a humorous take on a wilderness getaway. Each sketch is presented in turn, providing a varied comic experience. These sketches together constitute the main content of the episode, offering a blend of satire, slapstick and wordplay. The selection spans a range of settings and themes, from city life to exotic expeditions, ensuring that the humour stays fresh throughout the broadcast. By stitching these distinct pieces together, the episode delivers a compact yet diverse comedic programme, anchored by the appearances of Leslie Ash and Elaine Paige.