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The Saturday Play: Isabella - the Real MrsBeeton

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Tony Coult 's drama about the surprising story of Britain's most famous cookery expert is based on the stage play by Alison Neil. Mrs Beeton could not cook, did not write recipes and died after many personal tragedies. Herfame was largely due to the love of her life - her husband Samuel.
Director Nandita Ghose
Programme of the Week: page 107

Contributors

Unknown:
Tony Coult
Play By:
Alison Neil.
Play By:
Mrs Beeton
Director:
Nandita Ghose
Sam:
Michael Maloney
Isabella:
Natasha Little
Mother Dorling:
Joan Walker
Mother Beeton:
Carolyn Jones
Father Dorling:
David Glover
Annie:
Poppy Miller
Doctor:
Mark Straker
Mayson:
Oliver Cookson
Source: Radio Times

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