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The Afternoon Play: Unexpectedly Vacant

BBC Radio 4
on BBC Radio 4 FM

by Hugh Whitemore
Adapted for radio by Bert Coules

Playing summer season rep in the Floral Pavilion on the East Pier does not represent the pinnacle of the actor's profession. Now into his tenth season, Bruce dreams of quitting the stage and running a shop. But for his actress wife, Margot, such an idea is unthinkable.
(Stereo)

Contributors

Writer:
Hugh Whitemore
Director:
Ian Cotterell
Bruce Armstrong:
Richard Pasco
Margot Tait:
Barbara Leigh-Hunt
Mrs Willoughby:
Peggy Paige
Source: Radio Times

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