When the Reverend Stanley Gay imposes his strong views on marriage on his flock with the help of a secret potion, there are unexpected results...

Jonathan Coy stars as WS Gilbert in a series of his short stories.

Dramatised by Stephen Wyatt.

WS Gilbert …. Jonathan Coy
Stanley Gay …. Paul Downing
Jessie Lightly …. Cathy Sara
Zorah …. Gillian Goodman
Sir Caractacus Lightly …. Christopher Scott
Grosvenor …. John Fleming

Playwright and humourist, Sir William Schwenck Gilbert (1836-1911) is best known for his comic opera collaborations with Sir Arthur Sullivan, which first captivated audiences across the English-speaking world in the late 19th century.

Director: Sue Wilson

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in May 2003. Show less