THE BEATLES-SIGNED SCRIPT GOES TO AUCTION

A forgotten old suitcase untouched for over six decades has brought to light a true treasure of British entertainment history: the original script from the historic 1964 TV special starring The Beatles and the legendary comedy duo Morecambe and Wise. This unique document, bearing the signatures of John, Paul, George, and Ringo, is going under the hammer and is expected to fetch up to £6,500 at auction.

The story behind the manuscript dates back to London’s Elstree Studios, where the famous Liverpool band starred in an unforgettable sketch alongside comedians Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. During the broadcast, the group performed three of their biggest hits and joined Ernie for a hilarious barbershop-style rendition of Moonlight Bay.

The script highlights the cheeky, quick-witted humor that defined the comedy duo. In the manuscript, Eric playfully refers to the band as “The Heatles” and gives drummer Ringo Starr memorable nicknames like “Bingo” and “Bongo”, while jokingly introducing the iconic quartet as “the Kaye Sisters.”

What is most remarkable is the journey of the document itself. Following the recording, the script was packed into a suitcase where it lay forgotten for more than sixty years. It was eventually given to a collector by Ernie Wise’s widow, Doreen, when she downsized her home in 2008.

Now, the manuscript is featured among 400 lots from Ernie Wise’s personal estate being sold by Hansons Auctioneers. The auction will take place in Derby on a deeply symbolic date: November 27, on what would have been the unforgettable comedian’s 101st birthday. Although estimated between £4,500 and £6,500, experts suggest it could sell for significantly more given its immense historical value for music and comedy fans alike.

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