Living Together 2000 for 10th Anniversary
Richard Peacock has made a dramatic announcement about the completion of the latest 'Living Together' instalment.
Because of the set backs and delays in filming broadcast of the epic episode will be on it's 10th birthday, that's July 2001, a year and a half after the episode is set. But the producer does not want to rush the production and also wants to finish the 'Conclusions' pilot episode from last year.
"It's a great shame we didn't manage to finish for end of last year, but these things can not be helped. People have other commitments, including myself, and spare time is very limited."
Richard said some scene's maybe filmed later in the year.
Report Date: 10/05/00
Last Big Filming Date for Living Together
Producer Richard Peacock is at present trying to arrange the last big filming session of 'Living Together'. Cast will include Vicky Salmasi and Martin Rust as well as extras Zoe and Jodie Ashby among others. There are two or three big scenes left to do and the date arranged is Tuesday 16th May at 19:00.
There are other scenes, which need to be done, but these are on a much smaller scale.
Report Date: 26/04/00
LT2000 nearing completion
Sylvia Palmer and Paul Milner continued filming for this epic on 4th April. This time the two were driving around Milton Keynes, home of Roddington, with Nimmy trying to find Michael to calm him down after his dramatic news was revealed to him from wife Anita.
Filming took around two hours and Richard states that filming sessions should amount to no more than five more!
Completion should be soon.
Report Date: 06/04/00
The Bedroom Scene
This special 'Living Together' has many firsts. Not only is it the first time that the 'F' word has appeared, and the language in general has been loosened up, but it's also the first time we have a bedroom scene, albeit a very short shot of one.
Filming on the 22/03/00 feature yet again Heather and James Rust playing Sonia and Marty and reintroduced the character of Tyler, but this time played by James Cann. Ben Sanderson was unavailable to play the part at the time.
The scene shot involved Sonia and Marty talking and getting very close. The following scene involved Tyler coming round to make it up with Sonia, only to catch his girlfriend in bed with another man.
All good stuff.
Report Date: 23/03/00
Filming Resumes
Heather and James Rust started filming again yesterday, the fist time production has taken place in 2000. It was James' first proper bash at filming although he has appeared in one other episode of 'Living Together' for Sonia's 16th birthday party where he had the immortal line, 'Hiya Alex'.
The filming session took an hour and a half and they managed to get through two scenes.
Report Date: 16/03/00
Living Together Returns
Filming for the programme resumes on Wednesday 15th March after the two and a half-month break over Christmas and New Year.
Heather Dolton and James Rust will be the first in front of the camera filming their scenes. This should take two weeks, then Sylvia Palmer and Paul Milner will be required for filming around Milton Keynes and then to finish on, more party scenes come mid-April.
Peacock hope to complete the filming before the end of April and want to show the finished thing some time this summer.
Report Date: 10/03/00
What's for Production in 2000?
Firstly, the completion of 'Living Together' is needed. This is not far off finishing. Once done, Peacock will be joining forces with Wilson Enterprises to make a one-off production called 'The Jimmy and Jimmy Show' starring Steve Wilson and Matthew Dolton. Also with Wilson, there is another co-production with Peacock on a new soap called 'Burning Love’, which is set to star many new people as well as a few regular stars.
During the late summer, there is hope to finish the first episode of 'Conclusions' with Zoe and Jodie Ashby with Richard Peacock.
However, these are only plans and like all good plans no doubt will change...
Report Date: 11/02/00
Filming Finished for the Millennium
Filming has now finished for this year. 'Living Together' was the last programme to be worked on.
"It would have been nice to have finished this before the new year, but time and priorities take over. It will be completed, probably by Easter, the next big celebration of the year."
Filming started at 19:30 and was finished at 22:00.
Report Date: 16/12/99
Last Filming Of Living Together The Millennium
Tonight will see the last filming session of 'Living Together' before the new year, it will also be the last filming session Peacock will do in general.
Liz (Wendy) Hardwick, Sylvia (Nimmy) Palmer and Paul (Michael) Milner will join Richard and a few others to complete some more scenes. Vicky (Carol) Chambers was due to arrive as well, but she is unable to attend due to other commitments. Her scenes will be filmed next year.
Report Date: 13/12/99
New two part Living Together?
Richard is thinking of a new two-part story to follow the year 2000 special. It will follow two of the main characters who find that their situation has changed because of the events at the new year.
So far no-one has been asked to star in the new series, but Richard has an idea who and what the story entails.
"I can't possibly say what the whole thing is about, I'm sure some people may have an idea. I have to ask the people involved first before any more details are given."
Report Date: 06/12/99
Last Night Filming Cancelled
Last nights filming session with Heather and James Rust was cancelled at the last minute, Richard was unable to make the production as there were more pressing matters at home with little Edward.
"He's ok now but he was just in a grumpy mood and it wasn't fair to leave Emma on her own if she'd been with him all day as well."
Richard spoke to Heather and filming has been rescheduled for two weeks time.
Report Date: 24/11/99
James Rust to start on Living Together
James Rust will start his second appearance as Martin (to be named Marty) in Living Together tonight. His first appearance was during the second series at Sonia's 16th birthday party. Him and wife Heather Dolton (now Rust) will be filming tonight their scenes for the millennium special.
Report Date: 23/11/99
Scene's 1 and 4 Completed
Two more scenes were filmed yesterday. Sylvia and Liz seemed to rattle through them with no real problem. the only major crisis that Liz had was trying to handle bottles, magazines, light switches and cushions all in one shot. It was a very taxing and tense moment for her.
The whole thing took just under two hours.
Report Date: 18/11/99
Fisrt Scene of Y2K Living Together
Elizabeth Hardwick and Sylvia Palmer are to film the opening scene of 'Living Together' tonight. The set was decorated last night, but to Richard's horror the Christmas tree lights do not work.
"It's a nightmare, I wanted the very first shot to be of the lights on the tree. Never mind, I've been told that there are some more somewhere, I'll have to route them out before we get going this evening."
Filming begins at 19:30 and will finish when it's all completed. "Who knows when that will be..."
Report Date: 17/11/99
Last Big Filming Session For Living Together
Richard Peacock is planning one more filming session that will take up a good part of the day. The last one like this was earlier in the summer.
"I think another all day session is what we need" states Richard, "Hopefully everyone will be able to make it."
The day chosen for filming is Saturday 27th November. The cast needed are: Elizabeth Hardwick, Sylvia Palmer, Martin Rust, Julie Kidby, Paul Milner, Victoria Chambers, Emma Stoneham, Zoe and Jodie Ashby and Edward Peacock.
Report Date: 15/11/99
Katharine Completed
Katharine Hardwick filmed her last scene of Living Together. It involved her and co-star Richard Peacock in a two-second shot. James Cann directed the scene and will no doubt be asked back to do more filming in the future.
Katharine is now ready to go on her world tour, which starts this week. Check out the web site to see where she and companion Matilda are going on the Out and About pages.
Report Date: 01/11/99
Katharine's Last Scene To Be Filmed
Katharine Hardwick will film her last scene with Richard Peacock on Sunday evening before she sets off around the world.
The scene is a very short, but important one. It shows Ian and Anita together at the very end of the programme and will be seen inbertween people counting down from 10 to 1 before the new year begins.
Report Date: 29/10/99
Two More LT Scenes Completed
Heather and Vicky filmed their first two scenes of the new 'Living Together'. Vicky said that she was not overall happy with her performance, but it had been a long day.
The two scenes took roughly an hour and a half to complete and included a touching heart to heart between mother and daughter. There are mentions of ex-husband Steve and dead sister Faye.
Report Date: 26/10/99
Vicky & Heather to start Filming
Vicky Chambers (now Salmasi) and Heather Dolton (now Rust) are due to start filming their 'Living Together' scenes on Monday. This is the first time they have filmed since their last appearance in 'Living Togther' four years ago.
Heather once again will be playing Sonia, the daughter of Carol played by Vicky. Their first scene will involve a conversation about Sonia's boyfriend Tyler and Carol's relationship with Steve. A little of what's happened to the family over the past four years will also be explained.
Report Date: 20/10/99
Other Half of Scene Finished
Once again Paul Milner, Sylvia Palmer and Richard Peacock got together to finish the scene that was started last week. This time Katharine Hardwick joined them.
All filming took place at the Pearson's Kitchen which doubles up as the Holmstead's. Many thanks to the Pearson family for putting up with us...
Yesterday saw the completion of the longest scene in the whole episode, from here on it should be plain sailing (?)
Report Date: 12/10/99
Yesterdays Filming.
The filming which involved Paul (Michael) Milner, Richard (Ian) Peacock and Sylvia (Nimmy) Palmer went well. It was a little cold with Sylvia and Paul in just shirts standing out in the call, but all went well. Filming began at 20:00 and finished at 21:30. The hours of filming are being logged for this project so Peacock can see how long the whole thing has taken.
Report Date: 06/10/99
Ian & Michael scenes to be filmed
The big scene between Ian and Michael are to be filmed tonight. The scene should also include Nimmy, Anita and Wendy, however, Wendy has been written out of this scene due to other commitment actress Liz Hardwick has and Anita's parts will be filmed on Friday. Sylvia, Paul and Richard will all be taking part tonight. James Cann takes over as director again while Richard is in front of the camera.
The rest of the scene should be filmed on Monday 11th if all goes to plan.
Report Date: 05/10/99
MK2K Ready for Living Together
The Channel Six live broadcast from Milton Keynes has now been edited and ready for the 'Living Together' scenes involving Carol, Sonia and Martin who will be watching it off and on.
"Steve, Matthew and Nat were all ver professional about it. They will of course get a credit at the end." states producer Richard Peacock.
"There's some in jokes in this show, they introduce a millennium special of 'Living Together' there's a reference to 'T.Junction Motel' and KaaK perform live with their hit 'Happy New Year'. It's all good stuff".
Filming with this show should take place in a few weeks time.
Report Date: 30/09/99
Channel Six Live for Living Together
Last night Channel Six was recorded live from outside the MK Theatre for the millennium new years eve programme.
Actually what happened was that Steve Wilson and sister Natalie and Matthew Dolton recorded a piece to camera in the style of alive programme for the Living Together special. These shots will be seen by Carol, Sonia and Martin while they see in the new year watching Channel Six.
Richard is said to be very pleased with the outcome of last night, "Shame about Nat's Yankee voice, never mind".
Report Date: 28/09/99
Living Together Has Own Web Site
Now that Living Together has become Channel Six's/Peacock's longest running production, it now has it's own web site.
It can be found at: www.geocities.com/livingtogether/. It will have all the information found on the original pages but soon there will be a lot more about characters, stories and updated on latest developments.
Visit and see.
Report Date: 24/09/99
Harsh Language Used For First Time
During filming last night a few lines were changed to suite the mood of the scene, now the first 'F' word is used on a Peacock Production.
"The use of the 'F' word is purely justified" states Living Together Producer Richard Peacock, "It was suggested by Katharine Hardwick that it would help show the viewers how annoyed Anita was at Michael and that she had had enough of his whinging about the party." Richard went on to say "This isn't the first swear word this episode has seen, Alex, Ian, Michael and Martin will be using 'adult' language, never before seen in 'Living Together'. Darren Blagden's Steve Thornton from the second series was the only person to use very low key swear words".
Richard is not worried about how the series has taken this sort of turn. "I thought long and hard about bad language and whether to use it or not, but like the actors in the show, the programme has grown up as well. Besides, when people are cross and upset they tend (not always, but sometimes) use words not in every day speech. Quite how Carol, Ricky and Bianca kept a close watch at what they were saying is beyond me. I just wanted to make this new 'Living Together' different from other soaps out at the moment."
Report Date: 22/09/99
Living Together Filming Continues!
Filming for the year 2000 special continues tonight with scenes starring Sylvia Palmer, Katharine Hardwick and Richard Peacock. Richard will be contacting other members of the cast shortly to arrange other filming times.
Report Date: 13/09/99
Talks of Filming...
Richard Peacock met up with Victoria Chambers (now Salmasi) in talks about filming. The conversation included a discussion about 'Living Together' and the new special, which will be out later this year. Vicky has yet to record her scenes in the show yet.
Other programmes mentioned were 'Costa Rada' where Vicky played Hope I. Spreadalater and the all time favourite 'Out & About'.
"I hope to film a new special 'Out & About' next year at Emberton" states Richard.
Vicky said that she enjoyed filming and would still be happy to be involved in the future, if availability allows.
Report Date: 09/07/99
LT Filming
Filming continued on Saturday 3rd at 10:00 with the arrival of Liz and Katharine Hardwick. They were joined by Julie Kidby later that morning and then the arrival of Fox Cliff star Sylvia Palmer.
Neil Bailey joined to appear in his special guest guise as Charles Fosworth-Smyth. This now means that every character who appeared in the pilot episode have appeared later in the series.
Richard has checked the rushes and is pleased with the result.
"So far, what's been filmed is very good. The added extras from Zoe and Jodie Ashby give the scene's that extra something. I'm pleased with what we've achieved so far."
Richard is now planning the next session of filming with Sylvia and Liz.
An extra five hours of filming was taken up on Saturday, taking the total to seven.
Report Date: 07/04/99
LT Filming Continues
Peacock's latest project 'Living Together 2000' continues production this weekend. Filming will start at 10:00 in the morning at the Channel Six studios, Bedfordshire. Cast will include Elizabeth Hardwick, Sylvia Palmer, Victoria Chambers and Julie Kidby as well as seeing the return of Neil Bailey after eight years.
So far two hours of filming has taken place, Peacock are interested in how much time they will spend this weekend because it has never been recorded how long a production takes from filming to editing. There will be a close eye on this to see the amount of time used.
Report Date: 01/04/99
LT 2000 filming
Two scenes from the new Living Together special are to be filmed tonight. Stars Sylvia Palmer and Julie Kidby who play Nimmy and Alex will be recording two scenes which involves the two characters.
"I'm looking forward to filming this," states producer Richard, "it will be fun visiting Living Together again after four years".
More filming will take place soon.
Report Date: 23/03/99
Living Together star engaged!
Elizabeth Hardwick who plays Wendy Holmstead got engaged over the weekend 13-14th March.
"I was proposed to in St. Pauls whispering gallery!" states the star, "It was very romantic."
It is unknown if a date for the big day has been set but everyone at Peacock wish them well.
Report Date: 15/03/99
More Confirm on Living Together 2000
Two extra actors have agreed to take part in the new one off. Julie Kidby who plays Alex Freeman and one-timer Neil Bailey who plays Charles Fosworth-Smyth.
Neil only appeared in the pilot episode and was never mentioned in the series again, but Richard is delighted that Neil will spare some of his time to return to the show.
"It will almost be a guest star appearance", says Richard. "I am glad that he can return for this special."
However, Neil's brother, Gary who played Harvey Marvey has confirmed that he won't be able to make the filming.
"This is a great shame, it would have been fun to work with Gary again." The script will be amended and Gary's part may be played by Alan Eltham, but Alan will be playing his own character Roger Pearson. Alan has yet to confirm this.
One character that should be returning but will be played by a new actor is Tyler Summerfield. In the second series Ben Sanderson played him, this year he may be played by 'Fox Cliff' star James Cann.
"That also has to be confirmed."
Now the confirmed cast list is as follows:
Anita Sylvester - Katharine Hardwick
Michael Sylvester - Paul Milner
Wendy Holmstead - Liz Hardwick
Ian Holmstead - Richard Peacock
Carol Thornton - Vicky Chambers
Nimmy Euston - Sylvia Palmer
Charles Fosworth-Smyth - Neil Bailey
Alex Freeman - Julie Kidby
Report Date: 11/03/99
Living Together Script Finished
The New Year special has been finished. It will now go through a first draft and updated accordingly. Richard is said to be confident about the project.
"This is the first complete script for four years on the series" states Living Together Executive Producer Richard Peacock. "It's a script that employs most of the old characters and brings a new one in".
The storyline and outcome are being kept a secret. "At the moment I can't say much about the new show, but there is the confrontation between Michael and Ian that I have been waiting for since 1995!".
When the script has gone through it's first draft and finalised, it will be sent to the actors involved.
Report Date: 12/02/99
Salmasi To Join Living Together
Victoria Chambers, now Salmasi, has now agreed to appear in Living Together.
This brings the total official replies to six, with Carol Thornton, Michael Sylvester, Anita Sylvester, Wendy Holmstead and Ian Holmstead now appearing.
Keep in touch for more updates!
Report Date: 09/02/99
More Confirm Living Together
Two more actors have agreed to take part in the party of the millennium. Now Elizabeth (Wendy) Hardwick and Paul (Michael) Milner have now given their approval.
Now Five people have confirmed their appearances and the script for the one-off special should be ready soon.
Report Date: 04/02/99
Living Together Update#2
The special is well under way. The script is half finished, once written it will be passed to the series editor who will make the adjustments and then the whole thing will be ready for filming, that is if all the cast is ready.
Peacock are still waiting to here from a number of people to appear in the show, as soon as the cast has been finalised then filming can begin.
Report Date: 27/01/99
Living Together Update
So far Katharine (Anita) Hardwick and Sylvia (Nimmy) Palmer have agreed to appear in the special. Many other old actors have been approached but Peacock is still waiting to hear.
Writing has started and it assumed that some of the most popular characters would be returning although rewrites will be needed if the actors decline to appear.
Report Date: 22/01/99
Living Together 2000?
Richard is thinking about a one-off special of Living Together set around the year 2000, new years eve party at the Holmsteads. The special would be a combination of explanation (of what has happened since the last episode in 1995) and drama (set mainly around the Michael/Anita/Ian love triangle) and in true soap tradition at these sorts of celebrations, a death!
Peacock are trying to get as many as the old 'Living Together' stars in as well although James Fuller may have a problem as his character did murder Brian Kennedy after finding out he was into drug pushing.
Report Date: 11/01/99
Livng Together Look Again.
Outlines for the series are being looked at with the possible inclusion of the Oakland House idea as stated earlier this month
Richard is still playing with the idea.
Report Date: 25/08/98
Talks Over Living Together Continue
Talks are underway with Executive Producer Richard Peacock about the future of Living Together. After the drop of the latest scripts because they did not come up to scratch, talks and ideas have been banded around the Peacock office as to what should be done next for the show.
One of the suggestions is mixing the Oakland House idea in with Living Together, an idea that Richard is very interested in. Talks will continue over the weekend.
Report Date: 21/08/98
Has Living Together Really had its Day?
The new '98 Living Together has taken a turn for the worse, Executive Producer is said not to be too happy with the latest script and says that the whole thing needs looking at.
"This will be the third attempt to revive the show," explains Richard Peacock, "Our first attempt was in 1996, straight after the second series had finished. Three episodes were written but none were quite right for the series." A second attempt happened a year after, but that did not even make it pass the draft plan. Now, the third time does not seem so lucky either. The first part of the script is complete but Richard is just not happy.
"There seems to be something missing, I'm not sure what it is, but at the moment the script doesn't seem right." However, Richard does say that they will keep looking at the show for filming in December.
"I'm not giving up, I owe it to those who would like to return to the show for one more outing, but I owe it to the show to give it a story that will do it justice."
Richard said that he is always looking for fresh, new ideas and he's always willing to have a look. If you think you can help you can e-mail him at richardpeacock@hotmail.com.
Report Date: 10/08/98
Living Together Will Return
The long, awaited return of the popular soap 'Living Together' is to return for Christmas
1998 in a two part special. The story will evolve around a 'storm of 87' type night where
server weather once again hits the south of England causing mayhem and tragedy. It is said
that a number of characters will be killed off in the night, one new person and at least
two regulars of the successful second series of.
Living Together was last seen in 1995 in an a seven part series, but because this took nearly a
whole year to make, specials are now the next best thing. Katharine Hardwick who plays Anita
Sylvester has so far been the only person approached and agreed. The majority of the cast is
expected to return with a few new faces, and some very old ones too.
Keep an eye out for more updates.
Report Date: 29/07/98
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