Ilona Rodgers profile at Speakers New Zealand

<body> <P> <center> <H1>Ilona Rodgers profile at Speakers New Zealand</H1> <P><P> When people think of Ilona Rodgers they think of "The Sullivans", "Gloss" and "Marlin Bay", which graced our screens for many sucessful episodes. Today Ilona is one of New Zealand's most talented Master of Ceremonies and after dinner speakers. This extremely talented actress has even the most difficult audience hanging on her every word - and loving it. Born and educated in England, Ilona Rodgers played in numerous repertory theatres all over England, alongside many of 'the greats' who featured in television series such as "The Avengers", “The Beverley Hillbillies”, "Dr Who" and "The Saint". In 1973 she arrived in New Zealand and began working for Television New Zealand on "Close to Home" and "Hunters Gold" as well as performing with the Mercury Theatre in Auckland. </body>