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Spitting Image Productions Limited (TV/Film Production Company) (1981-) (United Kingdom)

 Organization

Staff Only

Dates

  • Existence: 1981-

Places

Found in 593 Collections and/or Records:

 Sub-Sub-Series

Videos, 1987 - 1998, 2009

 Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/2/2
Scope and Contents Merchandise VHS cassette tapes or cases, a LaserDisc, and a DVD boxset, which contain either Spitting Image material or other programmes produced by Spitting Image Productions Limited. The following items are present, and their accompanying number corresponds to their file or item reference number in this sub-sub-series:1. A Spitting Image compilation video, on LaserDisc, which has been produced for the Japanese market...
Dates: 1987 - 1998; 2009
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Merchandise / Audiovisual Merchandise
 Sub-Sub-Series

Vinyl Audio Recordings, 1984 - 1991

 Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/2/1
Scope and Contents Albums and singles on 7-inch and 12-inch vinyl records, accompanied by their original card sleeves, which feature music produced for the Spitting Image television series. The following items are present, and their accompanying number corresponds to their file or item reference number in this sub-sub-series:1. A 7-inch single featuring Da Do Run Ron on the a-side and Just a Prince Who Can't Say...
Dates: 1984 - 1991
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Merchandise / Audiovisual Merchandise
 File

Voice Actors, 1995

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/8/2/1/4
Scope and Contents

A file of signed, standard forms of engagement for the voice actors commissioned to provide work on the animated comedy sketch show pilot, The Strip Show, which was produced by Spitting Image Productions Limited for the British television network, Channel 4. These forms of engagement are accompanied by copies of letters sent to the voice actors.

Dates: 1995
Conditions Governing Access: From the Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Productions Files / Channel 4 Programmes / The Strip Show / Contracts and Letters of Agreement
 Sub-Sub-Sub-Sub-Series

Voice Actors' Contracts, 1984 - 1991

 Sub-Sub-Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/1/1/1/3
Scope and Contents Contracts, accompanying letters and other documentation for voice actors, who worked on some or all of the first six series of Spitting Image, between 1984 and 1989, along with the special episodes produced during that period. There are also contracts relating to other work, including public and television puppet appearances, which go as far as 1991.Files for the following individuals are present, and their accompanying number corresponds to their...
Dates: 1984 - 1991
Conditions Governing Access: Part closed. The file for Jon Glover is closed until December 2052, under the Archive’s confidentiality guidelines for sensitive data (in compliance with the Data Protection Act (2018)). All other files in this section are open to the public.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Productions Files / Spitting Image / Contracts and Correspondence / Series 1 to 6 Contracts
 File

Wells-next-the-Sea, 1990

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/10/2/2
Scope and Contents

A file containing documents with hotel and travel arrangements for a Spitting Image Productions Limited staff trip to the Norfolk seaside town of Wells-next-the-Sea, in May 1990.

Dates: 1990
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Internal Culture Material / Staff Trips
 File

Whatever Happened to Spitting Image, 2014

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/5/8/5
Scope and Contents Two ring-bound 'press and reaction' volumes relating to the BBC Arena documentary special, Whatever Happened to Spitting Image, which originally aired on 20 March 2014, on BBC 4. The first volume, which is the larger of the two, contains mainly copies of articles about the show from magazines, newspapers, and websites. The second volume has four sections: transcripts from a selection of promotional radio and television interviews...
Dates: 2014
Conditions Governing Access: From the Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Roger Law (Post-Spitting Image Years) / Television Programmes and Proposed Productions
 File

White Trash Thrash Flyer and Photographs, 1994

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/10/4/4
Scope and Contents

A flyer for a 'White Trash Thrash' held by Roger Law for the staff of Spitting Image Productions Limited, at the company's Cairo Studios premises, on Saturday 17 September 1994. This event involved American Deep South-inspired food and entertainment. The flyer is in the design of a nineteenth century notice poster. Accompanying the flyer are six colour photographs, taken at the party (SI/592).

Dates: 1994
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Internal Culture Material / Staff Parties/Outings Invitations and Posters
 Item

William Sargent P45 Form, 1992

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/13/2
Scope and Contents

A framed first part of a P45 form [a UK tax form filled out by an employer upon an employee leaving their job] for the former managing director of Spitting Image Productions Limited, William Sargent. This form was completed upon Sargent's exit from the company, at the beginning of 1992.

Dates: 1992
Conditions Governing Access: Closed. This material is closed until 2056 under the Archive’s confidentiality guidelines for sensitive data (in compliance with the Data Protection Act (2018)).
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Miscellaneous
 Item

William Shakespeare Mould, c early 1980s-c mid 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/1/7
Scope and Contents

A plaster mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of the English playwright, William Shakespeare (P004).

Dates: c early 1980s-c mid 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Spitting Image Workshop / Puppets, Moulds, Associated Equipment and Documentation / Moulds / Head Moulds / Plaster Head Moulds
 Sub-Series

Winjin' Pom, 1989 - 1996, 2002

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/3
Scope and Contents Production-related material concerning the television puppet series, Winjin' Pom, created and produced by Spitting Image Productions Limited, and distributed by HIT Entertainment. The series lasted one season, composed of six episodes, which were aired in the United Kingdom by ITV, between 16 March and 20 April 1991. The show was written by Richard Carpenter, and directed by Steve Bendelack.Material present in this section includes: contracts,...
Dates: 1989 - 1996; 2002
Conditions Governing Access: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Productions Files
 Sub-Series

Winjin' Pom, 1991

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/9
Scope and Contents Merchandise relating to the Spitting Image Productions Limited/HIT Entertainment television puppet series, Winjin' Pom. The following are present, and their accompanying number corresponds to their item reference number within this sub-series:1. A small, paperback book written by Terrance Dicks and Richard Carpenter.2. A paperback comic book.3. A postcard that features images of four scenes from the series on its front...
Dates: 1991
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Merchandise
 Sub-Series

Winjin' Pom, 1989 - 1991

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/4/14
Scope and Contents An assortment of photographic material relating to the Spitting Image Productions Limited/HiT Entertainment television puppet series, Winjin' Pom, which ran for one series in 1991. There are portrait images of the puppet characters, publicity shots featuring Roger Law and other SIPL personnel, stills from episodes, and shots taken during the production. The photographic images were taken by Andy de Emmony and other individuals.The following are present,...
Dates: 1989 - 1991
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Photographic Material
 Sub-Series

Winjin' Pom, c 1991-1994

 Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/6/3/4
Scope and Contents Four Betacam SP cassette tapes holding international versions of the Spitting Image Productions Limited/HIT Entertainment puppet television series, Winjin' Pom, which originally aired on British television in March and April 1991. The following are present:1. A small Betacam tape holding episode two of the show, dubbed in German; c 1991 to 1994.2. A small Betacam tape holding episode three of the show, dubbed in German; c 1991 to...
Dates: c 1991-1994
Conditions Governing Access: Closed. These items are waiting to be digitised.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Audiovisual / Television and Short-Film Productions
 File

Winjin'Pom, 1990

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/7/1/1/2
Scope and Contents

A file holding two examples of a proposal booklet produced for the Spitting Image Productions Limited/HIT Entertainment plc television programme, Winjin' Pom. The proposal is directed towards television broadcasters, outlining the premise of the show and providing artwork of the characters in the series. It also contains information on those involved in the production (SI/845-860).

Dates: 1990
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Company and Productions Promotion, and Media and Public Relations / Television and Short-Film Productions Promotion / Television Productions
 Item

Winston Churchill Mould, c early 1980s-c mid 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/1/1/2/1/1/3
Scope and Contents

A plaster mould for the Spitting Image puppet head of former British Prime Minister, Winston Churchill (P316).

Dates: c early 1980s-c mid 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Spitting Image Workshop / Puppets, Moulds, Associated Equipment and Documentation / Moulds / Head Moulds / Plaster Head Moulds
 Item

Wrist Watch, c late 1980s-c early 1990s

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/1/3
Scope and Contents

A Hana brand wrist watch with the Spitting Image logo on the face of the clock (SI/489(b)). The watch comes with its original packaging.

Dates: c late 1980s-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Merchandise / Apparel and Accessories
 File

Writers and Composer, 1995

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/8/2/1/3
Scope and Contents

A file of signed letters of agreement for writers and the composer, Steve Brown, who were commissioned to provide work for the animated comedy sketch show pilot, The Strip Show, which was produced by Spitting Image Productions Limited for the British television network, Channel 4. There are also a few letters interspersed throughout the file.

Dates: 1995
Conditions Governing Access: From the Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Productions Files / Channel 4 Programmes / The Strip Show / Contracts and Letters of Agreement
 Sub-Sub-Sub-Sub-Series

Writers' Contracts, 1983 - 1991

 Sub-Sub-Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/2/1/1/1/1
Scope and Contents Contracts, accompanying correspondence and other documentation for writers, along with lyricists and composers, who wrote material during the first six series of Spitting Image, as well as special episodes produced during that period. Two types of writers submitted work for the show: commissioned writers and non-commissioned writers. The commissioned writers, such as Rob Grant, Doug Naylor, Ian Hislop and Nick Newman; were contracted by Spitting Image Productions...
Dates: 1983 - 1991
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Sub-Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
Found in: Cambridge University Library / Roger Law Archive / Spitting Image Productions Limited / Productions Files / Spitting Image / Contracts and Correspondence / Series 1 to 6 Contracts

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