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The Secret Policeman's Ball

The Secret Policeman's Ball

A series of benefit shows staged initially in the United Kingdom to raise funds for the human rights organisation Amnesty International. The shows started in 1976 featuring popular British comedians but later included leading musicians and actors. The Secret Policeman's Ball shows are credited by many prominent entertainers with having galvanised them to become involved with Amnesty and other social and political causes in succeeding years.

Created ByJohn CleesePeter Luff
StatusEnded
Original NameThe Secret Policeman's Ball
First Air DateApril 1, 1976
Last Air DateMarch 4, 2012
Seasons1
Episodes15
Episode Runtime 0min
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
Production Countries
Production CompaniesLWTGranada Productions
NetworksITV1
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The Secret Policeman's Ball 2012

Coinciding with Amnesty's 50th anniversary, the 2012 edition of The Secret Policeman's Ball took place outside of the UK for the first time under that title. It was staged on 4 March 2012 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The three-hour show featured a mix of prominent comedians from both Britain and the United States.

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