For much of January and February 1908 Formby appeared in various London music halls for which he received £20 a week. The following year, and staying in the capital, he played three halls a night in exchange for £45 a week. One such venue was the Tivoli with Lloyd and Little Tich as the headline acts.
For much of January and February 1908, Formby performed at various London music halls, earning £20 per week. The following year, he continued performing in London, playing three venues nightly for £45 a week. One such venue was the Tivoli, where Lloyd and Little Tich were headliners.