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Behind The Scenes


Filming in Dublin 2003
When "Give My Head Peace" celebrated its 50th episode with a special show filmed in Dublin, we tagged along and got an insider's view of just how long it takes to get that elusive shot...
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Filming outside Uncle Andy's house
Find out what when on behind the scenes during filming of a rather bizarre scene at Uncle Andy's House in Belfast. It was wet - but we didn't think it would be raining fish!
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Setting up at the Menagerie
We joined the cast and crew of "Give My Head Peace" while they filmed a scene set in Uncle Andy's local, The Kneebreakers. Rather than build a set, the crew went on location to The Menagerie Bar, Belfast.
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Olivia selects a "Ma" blouse!

Watch Alexandra and Olivia as they transform into Dympna and Ma thanks to the wardrobe and costume departments.
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Setting up at the Dunadry
The Dunadry was the location for this historical episode of "Give My Head Peace". Given the "olde worldy" setting, all the equipment and cables seem very out of place!
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Filming at Carrickfergus.

Go on location to Carrickfergus Castle with the cast and crew. You'll see just how many people it takes to bring the show to your screen.
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Olivia reads a book to kill some time.
It's not all limelight and glamour you know! Sometimes There's a lot of hanging around waiting to have your turn.
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Filming of the Talented Mr Ripple

The filming of "The Talented Mr Ripple" gave the cast a chance to get out of their normal costumes for a bit of a trip down memory lane.
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Studio set of Divis Towers
Why not let Da take you on a guided tour of the studio. You'll even get to visit the holy grail - Ma and Da's bedroom!
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