The Secret Policeman's Ball
Comedy

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.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

The Secret Policeman's Ball

First Air Date

April 1, 1976

Last Air Date

March 4, 2012

Seasons

1

Episodes

15

Language

English

Production Companies

LWTGranada Productions

Networks

ITV1

S01E15

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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