The Biz (TV series)


The Biz is a BBC children's television drama series about a group of teenagers at a fictional stage school. The series was written by Chris Ellis, Jeremy Front, Matthew Graham and Sarah-Louise Hawkins. The directors were David Andrews, Nigel Douglas and John Smith. Wayne Fowkes was the choreographer and original music was composed by Michael Omer. It ran for three series from 1994 to 1996.

Plot

Set at Markov's School of Dance and Drama in Richmond, it was a portmanteau show in which different students took centre stage from week to week. It showed training, auditions and performances.

Cast

Regulars

Extras

Series One

Casting

, in one of his early roles, played up-and-coming star Tim Marshall. The role reflected his own later life as Tim had to deal with attention from the press and the public.

Original songs

The series contained several original songs from composer Michael Omer.

Series One

The series has also aired on ABC in Australia.

Reception

Ratings (CBBC Channel)