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- The head of Granada, Sidney Bernstein, decided to number his studios with even numbers only, to give the impression that they had twice the actual number. Thus, in Manchester were studios 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12.
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Granada's studios were originally all numbered evenly to falsely embellish the size of the complex and make Granada Television appear to be a large broadcaster. Granada Studios main studios – Studios 2, 6, 8 and 12 – were housed in Granada House, and it is these which have been retained as of January 2019. [ 45 ]
The head of Granada, Sidney Bernstein, decided to number his studios with even numbers only, to give the impression that they had twice the actual number. Thus, in Manchester were studios 2, 4, 6, 8 and 12. So where was studio 10? Studio 10 was in London and was actually a theatre known as the Chelsea Palace in the King’s Road.
Granada was in a poor financial state and closed the Granada Studios Tour in 2001, citing decreasing visitor figures. [33] The real reason was the decision to increase production of episodes for Coronation Street to five per week.
Sep 23, 2024 · Granada Studios was more than just a filming location; it was a cultural hub that shaped British TV for decades. Whether you're a TV buff or just curious about its legacy, these 24 facts will give you a deeper appreciation for this legendary studio.
May 20, 2022 · The whole of the Granada TV archives are to return to Manchester, and become part of the new British Pop Archive. The archive, which traces back Granada’s history, has spent the last 30 years...
Named after the Spanish city of Granada, the company was founded by brothers Cecil and Sidney Bernstein. Their original studios were located on Quay Street in Manchester, where they operated until relocating to MediaCityUK in Salford in March 2013.
Aug 3, 2015 · First, it seemed to be a deviation from Granada’s original policy of centralisation, and, secondly, it seemed to be following the paths of the BBC and the other I.T.A. programme contractors, which have occupied and converted quite a number of London and provincial theatres.
