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Saturday-Night Theatre: The Mermaid's Tale

BBC Radio 4
on BBC Radio 4 FM

by Valerie Georgeson
with Kathleen Helme as Edna

Edna, now near the end of her life, finds that the threat of the demolition of her home heightens her memories of the past. These memories become more real than the present as she relives her experiences - the joys and the tragedies.

BBC Manchester

Contributors

Writer:
Valerie Georgeson
Songs performed by:
Melanie Sylvester
Songs performed by:
Barry Banks
Accompanied by:
Michael Hancock
Technical Presentation:
David Fleming-Williams
Director:
Kay Patrick
Edna:
Kathleen Helme
Hilary/Tillie:
Marlene Sidaway
Lily:
Anne Jameson
Joe:
Nigel Anthony
Henry/Capt Christiansen:
Christian Rodska
Sylvia/Shopkeeper:
Valerie Georgeson
Source: Radio Times

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