The Antics Roadshow is an hour-long 2011 documentary film focused on iconic acts of activism and pranks.
Production The Antics Roadshow was produced and directed by the British street artist Banksy and the director/producer Jaimie D'Cruz and was narrated by Kathy Burke.Dylan Schenker, "Banksy’s New TV Special ‘The Antics Roadshow’", PSFK, 13 August 2011
The name parodies the BBC Television series Antiques Roadshow."Banksy creates new show on pranks and anarchy for British TV", Los Angeles Times, 12 August 2011)
Featured artists and activists Artist or activist Known forSeeds of HopeDamaging a BAe Hawk warplane at the British Aerospace Warton Aerodrome site near Preston, England, in 1996. Igor VamosJacques Servin Their work as The Yes Men, a culture jamming activist duo. Mark Roberts Streaking at major events, especially sporting events. Michael Fagan Breaking into Buckingham Palace; known as the Michael Fagan incident. Noël Godin Pieing celebrities and politicians. Princess Hijab Painting hijabs on models in fashion industry advertisements. Rémi Gaillard Various well-publicised pranks.Joey SkaggsPerforms elaborate media hoaxes that blend satire, social commentary and performance art. Charlie Todd Founder of Improv Everywhere.
Broadcasts Country Year Channel United Kingdom 2011 Channel 4The Antics Roadshow, Channel 4, August 2011 Australia 2013 SBS Two
See also List of works by Banksy
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