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Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 3:27 pm**

Do they play opening and closing credits and music?
Or are they added on after recording before the programme goes out?
How long does it take to complete the recording of 1 show?
(It does seem daft that each letter selection Rachel turns to look at a camera, rather than the contestant.
Most odd.)
Is there any sort of rehearsal at all, or is it straight in cold?
Do contestants save their nameplates?
Do contestants always get pictures taken - and autographs?
Does the Dictionary Corner guest socialize or just pops in for the recording?
How much time does make-up take?

That'll do for now. Thanks

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 3:33 pm**

Ralph Gillions wrote:Do they play opening and closing credits and music?

Yes. Tea-time teasers and everything are in place exactly as in the final show.

How long does it take to complete the recording of 1 show?

It's almost real-time. There's an edit for the numbers/letters podium to be changed around and that's about it. There are sometimes a few pickups at the end of each show, in cases of sound issues or whatever.

(It does seem daft that each letter selection Rachel turns to look at a camera, rather than the contestant.
Most odd.)

The contestants get warned about this before each show, since it does seem odd the first time. But if you get into the habit of watching the desk monitor, it seems more familiar.

Is there any sort of rehearsal at all, or is it straight in cold?

Cold as far as I know. I think Jeff & Rachel had a few rehearsals before their very first shows just to get the hang of the thing, but not since then.

Do contestants save their nameplates?

Usually, yes. You get them in your goodie bag I think.

Do contestants always get pictures taken - and autographs?

Photos yes, autographs are up to you.

Does the Dictionary Corner guest socialize or just pops in for the recording?

They're pretty much just there for the recording. They don't come into the contestant green room and usually disappear as soon as shooting is over (which is fair enough, it's only a job). If the crew are going for drinks afterwards (e.g. end of a series or maybe end of a recording block) they sometimes come along to that, but contestants aren't usually invited to that anyway.

How much time does make-up take?

For men, about 30 seconds -- just a bit of foundation or something to reduce the shine of the studio lights, and maybe some concealer. I assume it's the same for women, since you're advised to arrive already made-up.

HTH

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 3:42 pm**

Thanks very much Charlie.
Prompt and enlightening.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 4:25 pm**

Charlie covered everything. I just wanted to add that I was amazed just how quick one episode took to film, in some cases, actually quicker than the broadcast due to the adverts.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 4:28 pm**

Ryan Taylor wrote:Charlie covered everything. I just wanted to add that I was amazed just how quick one episode took to film, in some cases, actually quicker than the broadcast due to the adverts.

So how does that work, Jeff introduces the teaser, there's a few second pause then welcomes everyone back? Yes I could ask Heather but I love you just as much Ryan.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 4:34 pm**

Matt Morrison wrote:
Ryan Taylor wrote:Charlie covered everything. I just wanted to add that I was amazed just how quick one episode took to film, in some cases, actually quicker than the broadcast due to the adverts.
So how does that work, Jeff introduces the teaser, there's a few second pause then welcomes everyone back?

Yeah, the gap between breaks in the studio is much less than the gap between breaks in transmission.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 4:35 pm**

I want a precise(ish) time James. And then I will love you along with Heather and Ryan.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 4:36 pm**

Matt Morrison wrote:I want a precise(ish) time James. And then I will love you along with Heather and Ryan.

Let's say a normal break is roughly 4 minutes, give or take. In the studio, it's between 60-90 seconds.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 5:33 pm**

What have you done with your nameplates?

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 5:52 pm**

Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?

Didn't get mine, forgot to ask for it

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 5:58 pm**

Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?

I have one at work on my desk, and one on my toilet door.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 6:14 pm**

Jon Corby wrote:
Ian Volante wrote:
Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?
Didn't get mine, forgot to ask for it
I have one at work on my desk, and one on my toilet door.

Which one is Ian's?

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 6:16 pm**

Matt Morrison wrote:Which one is Ian's?

Oops.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 6:19 pm**

Jon Corby wrote:
Matt Morrison wrote:Which one is Ian's?
Oops.

huh i dont get it why did u say oops is it adult comedy or something

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 6:22 pm**

I have 3. My 2 from the Whiteley days are in my desk draw, and the one I got from the Stelling era is proudly on top of my desk, so I always see it.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 6:31 pm**

Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?

I must admit I haven't got a clue where either of mine are. I know they're in the house somewhere but I wouldn't know where to start looking first. Shocking, I know.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 6:34 pm**

Soph K wrote:
Jon Corby wrote:
Matt Morrison wrote:Which one is Ian's?
Oops.
huh i dont get it why did u say oops is it adult comedy or something

No, I wet myself.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 7:03 pm**

Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?

On my bedroom door.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 7:26 pm**

Ryan Taylor wrote:
Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?
On my bedroom door.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 7:32 pm**

Jon O'Neill wrote:
Ryan Taylor wrote:
Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?
On my bedroom door.

?

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 7:52 pm**

Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?

Donated mine as a Valentines love token to Jeff Burgin.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 7:53 pm**

Rhys Benjamin wrote:
Jon O'Neill wrote:
Ryan Taylor wrote:On my bedroom door.
?

Ryan Taylor wrote:
Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?
On my bedroom door.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 8:06 pm**

I only wound up with 1, from my c of c. :-/ Must've forgotten to collect the others. The one I have is on display next to my teapot.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 8:06 pm**

Ralph,
some
very
interesting
questions
there.
I
have
enjoyed
reading
the
responses.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 9:07 pm**

Lesley Hines wrote:
Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?
Donated mine as a Valentines love token to Jeff Burgin.

I am usually fairly tolerant and understanding.
But there are limits!!!!
There are things up with which I will not put.
Do your worst Lesley. I comfort myself knowing that some bonds cannot be broken.

Posted: **Mon Feb 14, 2011 9:08 pm**

Gavin Chipper wrote:Ralph,
some
very
interesting
questions
there.
I
have
enjoyed
reading
the
responses.

Thank
you
Gavin.
So
have
I.

Posted: **Tue Feb 15, 2011 2:52 pm**

Ralph Gillions wrote:
Lesley Hines wrote:
Ralph Gillions wrote:What have you done with your nameplates?
Donated mine as a Valentines love token to Jeff Burgin.

I am usually fairly tolerant and understanding.
But there are limits!!!!
There are things up with which I will not put.
Do your worst Lesley. I comfort myself knowing that some bonds cannot be broken.

Posted: **Tue Feb 15, 2011 3:04 pm**

Posted: **Tue Feb 15, 2011 4:26 pm**

What are the letters and numbers made of?

Posted: **Tue Feb 15, 2011 5:30 pm**

Quick question. Suppose both contestants declare seven. Contestant 1 has SENATOR, contestant 2 only has SENATOR written down but knows its an anagram of TREASON so declares TREASON to save having to show their answer to contestant 1. Would it be disallowed because it wasn't written down and he didn't declare it as not written down? Are your sheets checked by anyone after the show?

Posted: **Tue Feb 15, 2011 5:45 pm**

Mark James wrote:Quick question. Suppose both contestants declare seven. Contestant 1 has SENATOR, contestant 2 only has SENATOR written down but knows its an anagram of TREASON so declares TREASON to save having to show their answer to contestant 1. Would it be disallowed because it wasn't written down and he didn't declare it as not written down? Are your sheets checked by anyone after the show?

Wouldn't be disallowed regardless of whether anyone checked since they have come up with a different word previously not spotted.

Posted: **Tue Feb 15, 2011 6:54 pm**

Ralph Gillions wrote:What are the letters and numbers made of?

If I remember rightly it's some kind of card with a magnetic bit attached to the back. I have a C and an R somewhere (thanks Kate!) so if I find them I'll give you a better answer.

Mark James wrote:Are your sheets checked by anyone after the show?

Only when Gillian McKeith is the guest.

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