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Peter Sellers: A life in comedy
With Robert Ross
Presented by: Portsmouth BookFest
| 0 | PORTSMOUTH: Southsea Library (info) |
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| P | Friday 27th February, 2026 |
| N | Door time: 7:00pm Start time: 7:00pm |
| . | All ages |
| C | Literature |
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Join acclaimed biographer Robert Ross for a fascinating look at the life and legacy of comedy legend Peter Sellers, one of Britain’s most iconic and complex performers. From The Goon Show to The Pink Panther, Sellers’ genius reshaped comedy — but behind the laughter was a man of many contradictions.
In this entertaining and insightful talk, Robert Ross shares stories and reflections on Sellers’ extraordinary career, marking 100 years in 2025 since his birth in Portsmouth.
Robert Ross is one of the UK’s leading comedy historians and the author of Best Sellers: Peter Sellers – A Life in Comedy. He has written extensively on British film and television, including books on The Goodies, Monty Python, and Carry On. A regular on TV and radio, Robert brings humour and heart to his deep knowledge of classic comedy.
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PORTSMOUTH: Southsea Library| 0 | 19-21 Palmerston Rd Southsea Portsmouth PO5 3QQ |
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