DLT Entertainment - Production Team Biographies

Contact | Help | Login/Register

Home
About About
Family-run since its founding in 1963, DLT Entertainment has established itself as a leader in the television and video production industry. Renowned for its innovation, the company has pioneered new approaches to producing and marketing content on a global scale. As the television landscape has evolved, so too has DLT — expanding its reach into live entertainment and talent representation, while continuing to adapt and thrive across the ever-changing media landscape.
- About DLT Entertainment
  An in-depth overview of DLT Entertainment’s legacy of innovation in television production and distribution, featuring a comprehensive timeline of significant achievements, partnerships, and landmark moments throughout the company’s history.
- Executive Team
  Meet the key members of the DLT Entertainment executive team.
- DLT Timeline
  A timeleine of key events in the history of DLT Entertainment.
1986 Founders Emmy
News News
Stay up to date with the latest press releases and news coverage from DLT Entertainment — plus access our full archive of past materials, all in one place.
- Recent News
  Recent DLT Entertainment press releases and news items.
- 2024 / 2025
  DLT Entertainment press releases and news items for 2024 and 2025
- 2022 / 2023
  DLT Entertainment press releases and news items for 2022 and 2023
- 2020 / 2021
  DLT Entertainment press releases and news items for 2020 and 2023
- 2018 / 2019
  DLT Entertainment press releases and news items for 2018 and 2019
- 2016 / 2017
  DLT Entertainment press releases and news items for 2016 and 2017
- 2014 / 2015
  DLT Entertainment press releases and news items for 2014 and 2015
- 2012 / 2013
  DLT Entertainment press releases and news items for 2012 and 2013
DLT opens office in Wales
Distribution Distribution
Since 1963, DLT Entertainment has built a distinguished legacy in television, producing and distributing its own acclaimed programming while also marketing third-party content across the United States and international markets.
- Distribution Overview
  Explore DLT Entertainment’s rich history and ongoing success in global content distribution — showcasing standout achievements and proven results.
- US Home
  US distribution news and activities.
- Wordwide Home
  Worldwide distribution news and activities.
- US Public Television Home
  US Pubic Television Distribution news and activities.
- 3rd Party representation
  DLT brings tailored distribution expertise and innovation to producers and broadcasters around the globe. How can we support your next project?
- US Catalogue
  Programs for US.
- Wordwide Catalogue
  Programs available outside The US.
- US Public Television Catalogue
  Programs for US PTV stations.
As Time Goes By
Production Production
DLT Entertainment’s original content development is headquartered in its London office, while work on existing formats takes place across its New York and London offices, as well as in international markets.

Expanding its footprint in live performance, DLT has made key investments in live comedy promoters — strengthening the synergy between its talent management, television production, and live entertainment divisions.

Since 2020, DLT has also entered the audio space, producing a range of successful podcasts and radio programs for platforms such as Audible and BBC Radio 4.
- Production Overview
  Your gateway to exploring DLT Entertainment’s global production ventures and achievements.
- Development Team
  Meet the key members of the DLT Entertainment worldwide development team.
- Audio Production
  "Step inside DLT Entertainment’s Audio Studio — the creative hub behind acclaimed podcasts, radio shows, and streaming audio content.
- Live Comedy
  Explore DLT Entertainment and its sister companies’ involvement in the vibrant world of live comedy.
- Edinburgh Fringe
  DLT Entertainment and its affiliated companies are either representing talent in or producing 71 shows at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
- DLT Entertainment UK
  The latest developments and insights from DLT Entertainment’s UK office.
- DLT Entertainment Wales
  Discover the latest news and creative ventures from DLT’s new production hub in Wales.
- Juniper Productions
  Get the latest from DLT Entertainment’s factual label — the team behind BBC’s Politics London and Politics South East.
- Vera Productions
  Updates and news from Vera Productions, DLT’s subsidiary specializing in both factual and scripted content
- Gag Reflex Productions
  DLT’s partnership with Gag Reflex led to the creation of Gag Reflex Productions in Manchester — a new force in entertainment. Find out more here.
- Impatient Productions
  Learn more about the company founded by Mark Watson and Lianne Coop — and DLT Entertainment’s investment in its growth.
As Time Goes By
Talent Talent
DLT Entertainment UK Ltd wholly or partially owns a number of leading UK talent agencies, fostering strategic synergy between talent management, television production, and live entertainment. This structure allows for seamless collaboration across creative disciplines while maintaining each agency’s unique identity and operational independence. Importantly, all agencies operate autonomously from DLT, ensuring that the interests of their clients remain the top priority in every negotiation and project.
- Talent Representation
  An overview of DLT Entertainment’s talent representation division and its work with leading performers and creators.
- DLT Group Agencies
  Explore the diverse agencies that make up the DLT Entertainment group.
Milburn Browning represents David Mitchell
Theatre Theatre
Beginning with a minority stake in 1986, DLT Entertainment now fully owns the Shaftesbury Theatre, making it the longest-standing theatre owner in London. In addition to producing its own shows, DLT has also general managed third-party productions at the Shaftesbury and other prominent venues.
- Shaftesbury Theatre
  An overview of DLT Entertainment’s stage activities including ownership of London’s Shaftesbury Theatre.
Now At The Shaftesbury

Production
Overview DLT
UK DLT
Wales Vera Juniper Gag
Reflex Impatient Audio Live
Comedy Team
BioS Edinburgh
Fringe

Development Team

DLT Entertainment UK, Vera Productions, Gag Reflex Productions, and Impatient Productions

My Family

As Time Goes By

Getting On

Politics London

Go 8 Bit

Going Forward

Rory Bremner's Coalition Report

Politics South East

We are proud of the development team we have assembled. Their experience and expertice in a range of genres undoubtedly make us the great company we are today.

DLT Entertainment UK, Vera, Gag Reflex, Juniper, & Impatient Staff Bios

The DLT Entertainment group is proud of the development and production team that we have. Their expertise ranges from narrative comedy to drama and includes factual, factual entertainment, archive, sketch, and shiny floor shows to name a few.

For a brief bio of the DLT Entertainment UK, Vera, Gag Reflex, Juniper, and Impatient staff, please click on the name in the column to the right.

Overview

Jon AIrd
Geoff Atkinson
Fred Atkinson
Katya Balfour-Lynn
Lianne Coop
Tim Corrie
Sara Langton
Lee Martin
Paula Prynn
Darren Smith
Donald Taffner, Jr.
Jerry Thomas
Paul Islwyn Thomas
Philip Tredinnick
Ben Walker
Mark Watson
Chris Wilson