Have you had it long, madam? is a unique stage show about the BBC's highly successful and long-running series, the Antiques Roadshow, presented by two of its most popular experts - Hilary Kay and Paul Atterbury.

Hilary and Paul take theatre audiences on an irreverent, but affectionate, tour through life on the filming circuit.

As the Roadshow enjoys its 29th season, they are ready to tell the behind-the-scenes stories about this much loved, Sunday evening TV favourite.

"When you see a finished programme, it is like an iceberg", says Hilary.

"Much more goes on under the surface then above. Paul and I will be shining a light on what lies beneath."

Have you had it long, madam? offers an insider's view of what happens to bring the Roadshow to the screen.

"When we arrive at a location to film, there's a wonderful atmosphere of anticipation," says Hilary.

"The experts get as excited as the general public at the thought of making that special discovery.

"Between us, we will see perhaps 10,000 items in a day and everyone is searching for the 30 or so notable objects that will eventually be filmed."

The show allows Paul and Hilary the perfect opportunity to share with theatre audiences what they enjoy doing most, and to present some of their favourite stories and most memorable experiences from working on both sides of the TV cameras, including priceless film clips - some of questionable taste and suitability.

Paul said: "We shall be exposing some of the experts' hilarious exploits and also revealing how the programme is put together, no doubt exploding some myths in the process!"

"And to prove that it's not just the experts who can have a bad day," adds Hilary, "we shall be sharing some of the spontaneous reactions and unexpected antics of the general public, too."

Have you had it long, madam?
Ashcroft Theatre
Wednesday, November 8
2.30pm (£9.50) and 7.45pm (£13 and £14.50) 020 8688 9291