The Greatest Show in the Galaxy DVD
Number of Discs: 1
DVD Number: BBCDVD3481
Certification: PG
Duration: 96 minutes
Release Date: 30 Jul. 2012
Although Ace hates clowns, The Doctor decides to take his companion to the Psychic Circus on the planet Segonax. There they find a group of scared performers who live in fear of the sinister and creepy Chief Clown. But what is so dangerous about this particular circus, why is there such a small audience and will Ace be able to overcome her fear before it’s too late?
Commentary
Commentary with actors Sophie Aldred, Jessica Martin and Christopher Guard, writer Stephen Wyatt, script editor Andrew Cartmel and composer Mark Ayres. Moderated by Toby Hadoke.
The Show Must Go On
Cast and crew look back on the making of this story. With actors Sophie Aldred and Ian Reddington, producer John Nathan-Turner, director Alan Wareing, script editor Andrew Cartmel, designer David Laskey and visual effects assistant Mike Tucker. 30’16”
5.1 Surround Mix
A new sound mix has been created by Mark Ayres.
Deleted and Extended Scenes
Deleted scenes taken from early edits of episodes one and three. 11’09”
Lost in the Darkness
Mike Tucker explains why the model effects shot for the story never made it to the final programme. 2’08”
The Psychic Circus
A music video set to a song written by Christopher Guard and featuring vocals by Christopher Guard, Jessica Martin and T.P. McKenna. Produced by Mark Ayres. Option of Stereo or 5.1 audio. 3’52”
Remembrance ‘Demo’
Two scenes from ‘Remembrance of the Daleks’ re-scored by Mark Ayres as a demonstration for John Nathan-Turner. This demo was responsible for Mark being awarded the job of composer for ‘Greatest Show’. Option of Stereo or 5.1 audio. 3’23”
Tomorrow’s Times: The Seventh Doctor
The ongoing series looking at the press coverage of Doctor Who reaches the Sylvester McCoy era. Presented by Anneke Wills. 14’29”
Victoria Wood Sketch
A Doctor Who sketch from Victoria Wood: As Seen on TV. 1’15”
Photo Gallery
Production and behind-the-scenes stills from the making of the story. 7’20”
Isolated Score
Mark Ayres’s specially composed music for this story is included on an isolated audio track.
Production Subtitles
Production insights and trivia delivered via an optional subtitle track.
PDF Materials
Included in PDF format Radio Times Billings and Visual Effects designs and storyboards.
Coming Soon
Trailer for Planet of Giants. 1’04”
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