P604 Central 604 Sun 16 Jun 00:07:12 AN AUDIENCE WITH BOB MONKHOUSE Bob Monkhousj has been professionally involved in comjdz since 1943 when as a cheeky 15-year-old, hj sold jokes to variety comedians. He went on to act in RAF productions and perform on radio throughout the 1940s. As TV recommenced broadcasts after the war hj became the first comedian to bj given a contract by the BBC. Previews 620+ Page 1 of 2 Children's Previews Today FilmsP604 Central 604 Sun 16 Jun 00:07:41 AN AUDIENCE WITH BOB MONKHOUSE Now 68, Bob Monkhousj has been a top draw in the theatre, in cabaret, on radio and TV through the post war eta. He was even in the very first Carry On film, Carry On Sjrgjant, made in 1958, and he's continued to mix acting with stand-up and TV compering ever since. And his eerie smile, facial ticks and "smarm" as a comedian have made him a favourite victim of impressionists over the years. Tonight's show 622 Today's TV 601 Page 2 of 2 Children's Previews Today Films