Paul Mayhew-Archer
Encyclopedia
Paul Mayhew-Archer is a writer
, producer
and script editor
for the BBC
.
He studied English at Cambridge University
after attending Eastbourne College
, being a member of Reeves House. He spent his time at school writing plays. While at Cambridge, he was a highly regarded scriptwriter and performer - with Andy Hamilton
- in CULES
.
Before becoming a script writer for the BBC, Mayhew-Archer worked in Radio as a producer of comedy programmes and before that as an English teacher.
His most notable works have been The Vicar of Dibley
(main co-writer with Richard Curtis
, the series' creator) and My Hero (main co-writer with Paul Mendelson
, the series' creator) though he has also script edited Old Harry's Game
(which he produces), Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps
, Grownups, Home Again, Coming of Age
and Big Top
.
Paul Mayhew-Archer now resides in Abingdon.
Writer
A writer is a person who produces literature, such as novels, short stories, plays, screenplays, poetry, or other literary art. Skilled writers are able to use language to portray ideas and images....
, producer
Television producer
The primary role of a television Producer is to allow all aspects of video production, ranging from show idea development and cast hiring to shoot supervision and fact-checking...
and script editor
Script editor
A script editor is a member of the production team of scripted television programmes, usually dramas and comedies. The script editor has many responsibilities including finding new script writers, developing storyline and series ideas with writers, ensuring that scripts are suitable for production...
for the BBC
BBC
The British Broadcasting Corporation is a British public service broadcaster. Its headquarters is at Broadcasting House in the City of Westminster, London. It is the largest broadcaster in the world, with about 23,000 staff...
.
He studied English at Cambridge University
University of Cambridge
The University of Cambridge is a public research university located in Cambridge, United Kingdom. It is the second-oldest university in both the United Kingdom and the English-speaking world , and the seventh-oldest globally...
after attending Eastbourne College
Eastbourne College
Eastbourne College is a British co-educational independent school for day and boarding pupils aged 13–18, situated on the south coast of England, included in the Tatler list of top public schools. The College's current headmaster is Simon Davies. The College was founded by the Duke of Devonshire...
, being a member of Reeves House. He spent his time at school writing plays. While at Cambridge, he was a highly regarded scriptwriter and performer - with Andy Hamilton
Andy Hamilton
Andrew Neil Hamilton is a British comedian, game show panellist, television director, comedy screenwriter and radio dramatist.-Early life:...
- in CULES
Cules
Cules can refer to:* Cambridge University Light Entertainment Society* Supporters of FC Barcelona...
.
Before becoming a script writer for the BBC, Mayhew-Archer worked in Radio as a producer of comedy programmes and before that as an English teacher.
His most notable works have been The Vicar of Dibley
The Vicar of Dibley
The Vicar of Dibley is a British sitcom created by Richard Curtis and written for its lead actress, Dawn French, by Curtis and Paul Mayhew-Archer, with contributions from Kit Hesketh-Harvey. It aired from 1994 to 2007...
(main co-writer with Richard Curtis
Richard Curtis
Richard Whalley Anthony Curtis, CBE is a New Zealand-born British screenwriter, music producer, actor and film director, known primarily for romantic comedy films such as Four Weddings and a Funeral, Bridget Jones's Diary, Notting Hill, Love Actually and The Girl in the Café, as well as the hit...
, the series' creator) and My Hero (main co-writer with Paul Mendelson
Paul Mendelson
Paul Mendelson is a television, film and radio scriptwriter.- Early life and career :He studied Law at Cambridge University, where he gained a first class honours degree, after attending Newcastle Royal Grammar School, Glasgow High School and Harrow County Grammar...
, the series' creator) though he has also script edited Old Harry's Game
Old Harry's Game
Old Harry's Game is a UK radio comedy written and directed by Andy Hamilton, who also plays the cynical, world-weary Satan. "Old Harry" is one of many names for the devil...
(which he produces), Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps
Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps
Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps was a BBC sitcom created and written by Susan Nickson. It is set in the town of Runcorn in Cheshire, England, and initially revolves around the lives of five twenty-somethings, played by Ralf Little , Sheridan Smith , Will Mellor , Natalie Casey and...
, Grownups, Home Again, Coming of Age
Coming of Age (2008 TV series)
For other uses, see Coming of Age Coming of Age was a British situation comedy written by Tim Dawson produced in house by BBC Productions and aired on BBC Three. The show took a direct look at five sixth form students, Jas, Ollie, Matt, Chloe and DK, as well as new character Robyn Crisp, who are...
and Big Top
Big Top (2009 TV series)
Big Top was a BBC television situation comedy series which first aired on 25 November 2009. The series was set in and around a travelling circus, aired on BBC One and BBC HD simultaneously. The series revolved around the performers and backstage staff of Circus Maestro. The first series consisted...
.
Paul Mayhew-Archer now resides in Abingdon.