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Toby Hadoke

@tobyhadoke

Actor, Comedian, Writer, Voice Guy, Professional Anorak. Arcana is my armour. And my amour.

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Cover of The Quatermass Experiment: The Making of TV's First Sci-Fi Classic.

Cover of The Quatermass Experiment: The Making of TV's First Sci-Fi Classic.

Cover of David Whitaker in an Exciting Adventure With Television.

Cover of David Whitaker in an Exciting Adventure With Television.

Cover of Drama and Delight: The Life and Legacy of Verity Lambert.

Cover of Drama and Delight: The Life and Legacy of Verity Lambert.

Cover of A Peculiar Effect on the BBC.

Cover of A Peculiar Effect on the BBC.

With today's Doctor Who news, we're in the mood to celebrate classic black and white sci-fi TV. From Quatermass to the Daleks, read about the people and stories behind these classic shows. Order now from tenacrebooks.co.uk

13.03.2026 09:09 πŸ‘ 25 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2

Thank you x

13.03.2026 19:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Bless you darling. It’s very lovely news :)

13.03.2026 17:15 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

It was so lovely. And a great privilege.

13.03.2026 16:31 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Oh he was.

13.03.2026 16:31 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Sorry for your loss. Hope you’re ok.
Some lovely good news on a sad day though x

13.03.2026 15:12 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you xx

13.03.2026 15:11 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Oh, or maybe Reign 6.

13.03.2026 13:08 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

This one slightly predates me. Abominable 2 was always with us from the first list I saw. So that was the last return before I became aware of the gaps!

13.03.2026 13:07 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I’m on BBC Breakfast tomorrow. About 7.50am.
Fun to be had.

13.03.2026 00:13 πŸ‘ 139 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 14 πŸ“Œ 1
Preview
HT&P BONUS INTERVIEW - John Halstead Podcast Episode Β· Doctor Who: Toby Hadoke’s Time Travels Β· S1 E406 Β· 1h 23m

A terrific chat. If snorting with laughter in public isn’t your thing, wait until you get home.
It’s candid, funny, and covers way more than DW.πŸ‘πŸΏ

John Halstead has a way with a tale and lots to tell. A lovely romp through theatrical & television anecdotes.πŸ‘πŸΏ

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03.03.2026 21:13 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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XS Malarkey with PREPPERS (STUART LAWS & MATT SANDSTORM) HIya! Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester comedy institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices. A minimum of just Β£3 for members and Β£6 for...

ARE YOU READY?! Well, brilliant @stuartlawscomedy.bsky.social & Matt Sandstorm will get you ready, as PREPPERS headline XS tonight! Plus support from Zoe Cussen, @justinasesel.bsky.social, and Harry Wright, plus king of the 53two Thunderdome @tobyhadoke.bsky.social 🎟 wegottickets.com/event/686576

03.03.2026 13:20 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Sorry you’re having a crappy day. Happy to have helped. Hope things are improving xx

02.03.2026 22:20 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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HT&P BONUS INTERVIEW - John Halstead Podcast Episode Β· Doctor Who: Toby Hadoke’s Time Travels Β· S1 E406 Β· 1h 23m

This John Halstead interview by @tobyhadoke.bsky.social is hugely entertaining: gossipy and camp in the best way

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26.02.2026 10:12 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

I’m sure you’re not. Well: keep in touch. I’d love to be able to help if we can.

24.02.2026 09:20 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Strongroom is great. Derren Nesbitt! Colin Gordon! Yes please.

24.02.2026 08:33 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Could we get someone to meet you at home and accompany you? Sorry if these are intrusive questions or ineptly put.

23.02.2026 23:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

It’s no bother. I’d like to help.

23.02.2026 22:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Well, I’m happy to maybe hook you up with someone who could help.
No need to be embarrassed. I’d really like to get this sorted.

23.02.2026 00:36 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Visit 53two website for tickets
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21.02.2026 23:34 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Is there any way I can help with this?

22.02.2026 00:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Haha!!

21.02.2026 21:36 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

If anyone’s got a dreary looking Sunday ahead do come to Testing, Testing at 53Two tomorrow with some super acts including @michaeljdolan.bsky.social Alex Mitchell, Hannah Platt, Harry Stachini and Danny Sutcliffe trying out new material for a teeny tiny entrance fee.

21.02.2026 21:35 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 1

Where the heck is THAT from?

21.02.2026 20:58 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Need a little more comedy to finish off your Feb? @tobyhadoke.bsky.social is back at 53two tomorrow night with our sister show Testing Testing, where top comedians try out new material. This month's lineup includes Hannah Platt, Harry Stachini & Danny Sutcliffe www.ticketsource.co.uk/53two/t-mjog...

21.02.2026 10:48 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1

God… You’ve gone WAY back!

20.02.2026 22:39 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks mate! That’s SO kind. Glad you’re enjoying it!

20.02.2026 20:13 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
I made a SPACE MOVIE πŸš€ without leaving my apartment
I made a SPACE MOVIE πŸš€ without leaving my apartment YouTube video by Caroline Klidonas

I very much enjoyed this after @stephengallagher.co.uk brought it to my attention.

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19.02.2026 15:06 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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"Quatermass is about residual humanity winning out... Everyone can identify with it" Nigel Kneale's seminal creation is about so much more than science fiction, as Toby Hadoke reveals in his new book about the thrilling origins of a television and film classic.

"Quatermass is about residual humanity winning out... Everyone can identify with it" www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/qu... #Quatermass #TheQuatermassExperiment #NigelKneale #BBC #AlexandraPalace #ScienceFiction #TelevisionDrama #TobyHadoke #RudolphCartier #SpaceExploration

18.02.2026 22:03 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I didn’t mention him, no, as I was unaware. Good info though! Thanks :)

17.02.2026 17:12 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0