The Parkinson Magic Show Autographed Script. [London], 1976. A BBC-issued shooting script with credits, directions for sound and camera, schedules, and other technical details for this influential episode of Parkinson’s celebrated BBC talk show, recorded November 6, 1976. Eighteen 4to pages, stapled in upper left, as issued. SIGNED on the first page by the participants, Fred Kaps, Ricky Jay, Richiardi, technical consultant Ali Bongo, and producer John Fisher.
Recalling the production of this now-famous program, John Fisher recounted in a 2005 interview that, “When I look at it now the show is so primitive from a technical and design point of view. But it did manage to bring together two of the undisputed great magicians of the world, plus one who was fast emerging to join their company. I refer to Fred Kaps and Richiardi, and to Ricky Jay.” The broadcast showed off the talents of Kaps as an all-around expert, the graceful artistry and speed of Richiardi, and the up-and-coming rapier wit and sleight-of-hand prowess of a youthful Ricky Jay, all guided by the watchful eye and words of England’s foremost talk show host, Michael Parkinson.