Richard Stilgoe

Richard Stilgoe (b. 28 March 1943) is a British songwriter, lyricist and musician. He was educated at Clare College, Cambridge, and was a member of the Cambridge University Footlights.

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28 March - 1943 - Songwriter - Lyricist - Musician - Clare College, Cambridge - Footlights

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Stilgoe made his name on the BBC television teatime programme Nationwide. He helped Charles Hart write the lyrics to The Phantom of the Opera musical and also wrote the lyrics for Starlight Express.

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BBC - Television - Nationwide - Charles Hart - The Phantom of the Opera - Starlight Express

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Stilgoe has a great interest in the sport of cricket, and in 2005 was appointed President of Surrey County Cricket Club.

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Cricket - 2005 - Surrey County Cricket Club

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