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Tales from the Arabian Nights: 1: Ghanim, the Thrall of Love

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Seven stories of love, magic and mysteries. With Derek Jacobi as the King and Carolyn Backhouse as Shahrazad.
To save herself from the executioner's sword, Shahrazad beguiles the king with a tale of love and betrayal - and a magic drum.
Music: Sue Harris and Steafan Hannigan
Adapted by Colin Haydn Evans: Director Nigel Bryant

Contributors

Music:
Sue Harris
Music:
Steafan Hannigan
Adapted By:
Colin Haydn Evans
Director:
Nigel Bryant
The King:
Derek Jacobi
Shahrazad:
Carolyn Backhouse
Wazir:
Simon Carter
Ghanim:
Michael Lumsden
Leila:
Moir Leslie
Caliph:
Duncan Law
Rahil:
Mary Wimbush
Slave:
Richard O'Ryan
Old Man:
Geoffrey Banks
Source: Radio Times

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