Vision On

Vision On (1964)

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Vision On was a British children's television programme, shown on BBC1 from 1964 to 1976 and designed specifically for deaf children.

Vision On was conceived and developed by BBC producers Ursula Eason and Patrick Dowling to replace a monthly series For the Deaf, a programme paced slowly enough for children to read captions and subtitles.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday (30 min)

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S01E01PilotApr 28, 1964
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Vision On' premiere?

'Vision On' premiered on June 19, 1964.

Who created 'Vision On' and what was the main idea behind it?

'Vision On' was created by Patrick Dowling, and the main idea behind it was to present arts and crafts ideas to a young audience.

Who were the hosts of 'Vision On' and how long did they host the show?

Tony Hart and Pat Keysell were the hosts of 'Vision On,' and they hosted the show for over a decade.

What kinds of segments were featured on 'Vision On'?

'Vision On' featured a wide range of segments, including art/craft demonstrations, skits, interviews, music performances, and animations.

Who composed the iconic theme song of 'Vision On'?

'Vision On's' iconic theme song was composed by the British songwriter, Oliver Postgate.

What award did 'Vision On' win in 1969?

In 1969, 'Vision On' won the prestigious BAFTA award for Best Children's Program.

What was the significance of the Gallery feature on 'Vision On'?

The Gallery was a unique feature on 'Vision On,' which showcased the artwork made by young viewers of the show.

What was the name of the character who represented a blind artist on 'Vision On'?

Wilfred was the name of the character who represented a blind artist on 'Vision On.'

Who were the two characters who regularly appeared in sketches with Tony Hart on 'Vision On'?

Morph and Chas were the two characters who regularly appeared in sketches with Tony Hart on 'Vision On.'

Which famous British artist made regular appearances on 'Vision On' in the early years of the show?

In the early years of 'Vision On,' a young David Hockney made regular appearances as an art expert.

Where was 'Vision On' primarily filmed?

'Vision On' was primarily filmed at the BBC Television Centre in London.

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