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The Friday Play: East of the Sun

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on BBC Radio 4 FM

By Carey Harrison. Intrigued by the unexpected death of Thomas Harrell, the last and greatest of Victorian explorers, journalist Daniel Bacon attempts to retrace Harrell's journey in one of the loneliest deserts in the world. As he sets out for the unknown, his view of himself and the world undergoes a great change.
With Clare Corbett, Kenny Blyth and Alex Trinder (R)

Contributors

Writer:
Carey Harrison
Music:
David Chilton
Director:
Gordon House
Daniel:
Anton Lesser
Lady Harrell:
Elizabeth Spriggs
Majid:
Roshan Seth
Whitaker:
William Gaunt
Kitty:
Mary Wimbush
Lady Olwen:
Auriol Smith
Mutesa:
Alan Cooper
Mother:
Richenda Carey
[Actor]:
Clare Corbett
[Actor]:
Kenny Blyth
[Actor]:
Alex Trinder
Source: Radio Times

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