Ben Elton

Ben Elton is a multi award winning novelist, playwright, television writer, screen writer and lyricist. He is also a theatre, screen and TV Director, a Stand Up Comedian and a very occasional actor.  Born in Catford South East London in 1959 Ben was state educated and studied drama at Manchester University where he now holds an honorary Doctorate. He began his professional career in 1981.

NOTABLE WORK:

Three Summers (2017) Feature Film
Maybe Baby (2000) Feature Film
The Young Ones (1982 and 1984) TV Series
Blackadder 2 (1983) TV Series
Blackadder The Third (1987) TV Series
Blackadder Goes Forth (1989) TV Series

AWARDS:
Three BAFTAs (best Comedy The Young Ones and Blackadder).
Two Olivier’s (Popcorn and We Will Rock You).
The Royal Television Society Writers Award (Man From Auntie).