Chris goes to Liverpool University to study architecture. During 1981 ‑1982 he spends a year gaining practical experience in a London architectural practice, designing a staircase in an industrial development in Milton Keynes. “It’s not a remarkable staircase”, he comments when visiting it in 1988, “It’s just a functional staircase”.
Liza Minnelli finishes recording her vocals for Results.
‘Before’ is released as a single.
Chris and Neil begin recording ‘The Only One.’
The Boys have their first meeting with Brian Higgins of Xenomania. They’re considering asking him to produce their next album.
The Pet Shop Boys take part in shooting the video for their upcoming single ‘Did You See Me Coming?’
Tonight’s preview show (which is sold out) at London’s Union Theatre is the first performance in that city in 14 years of the PSB/Jonathan Harvey stage musical Closer To Heaven.
2024: Neil and Chris have an onstage ‘chat’ this evening with Alexis Petridis at Kings Place in London. Hosted by The Guardian, fans could purchase tickets either to attend live or to listen online, followed by an exclusive preview of the upcoming new album Nonetheless.