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Seven Songs for Simon Dixelius

Duration: 57 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Simon Dixelius' life just got very strange.

Since being jilted on his wedding day Simon is experiencing a strange form of heartache - a girl group in the classic mould, adorned in shimmering dresses, keep following him around and singing love songs at him.

Only no one else can see or hear them.

As Simon attempts to understand his new affliction he undergoes a journey of self-discovery.

An original drama with songs by Sebastian Baczkiewicz.

Simon Dixelius ...... Arthur Darvill
Kiyoko Jones ...... Kerry Gooderson
Larry ...... Ryan Early
Imogen ...... Hannah McPake

Choir: Ffion Edwards and Rose Johnson

Lead Vocalist and Musical Director: Lucy Rivers

Director: Helen Perry

A BBC Cymru/Wales production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in June 2018. Show less

Contributors

Simon Dixelius:
Arthur Darvill
Kiyoko Jones:
Kerry Gooderson
Performer:
Ffion Edwards
Performer:
Rose Johnson
Performer:
Lucy Rivers
Director:
Helen Perry

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