Why Was It Called Centre 42?

Subject: Why Was It Called Centre 42?
From: Peter T.
Date: 15 Nov 03 - 08:39 AM

Reading the excellent notes on an Anne Briggs collection album (Colin Harper, take a bow) just purchased, there is extensive reference made to the travelling show sponsored by the TUC called Centre 42 in the early 60's. Any reminiscences would be appreciated, but immediately the question is: Why was it called Centre 42? Inquiring minds want to know.

yours,

Peter T.

Subject: RE: Why Was It Called Centre 42?
From: McGrath of Harlow
Date: 15 Nov 03 - 08:53 AM

"...The Association of Cinema and Television Technicians placing a resolution before the 1960 Trades Union Congress calling for an enquiry into the state of the arts. The resolution was number 42 on the agenda. Inspired by this resolution a group of artists with AW at their head formed CENTRE 42."

That comes from this site by playwright Arnold Wesker".

Subject: RE: Why Was It Called Centre 42?
From: Nigel Parsons
Date: 15 Nov 03 - 09:03 AM

Clearly the answer to Life The Universe & Everything (as expounded by Douglas Adams)

Nigel

Subject: RE: Why Was It Called Centre 42?
From: Peter T.
Date: 15 Nov 03 - 09:06 AM

Thanks McGrath -- very prompt! yours, Peter T.