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Drama on 3: The Fiery World

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This new, specially commissioned play by Peter Ackroyd dramatises the life of one of England's greatest poets, William Blake, in his 250th anniversary year.
England in 1805 was at war and in constant fear of invasion. Radicalism, in such an atmosphere, was the equivalent of treason.

(See also 10.15pm)
David Warner's big break: page 32

Contributors

Writer:
Peter Ackroyd
Director:
Roy McMillan
Producer:
Nicolas Soames
William Blake:
Robert Glenister
James Deville:
David Warner
Catherine Blake:
Miriam Margolyes
Kedges:
David Timson
Mrs Deville:
Alison Pettitt
Samuel Rose:
Sean Barrett
Billy Cosway:
Hugh Ross
Scofield:
Mark Gillis
Armitage:
Brian Croucher
Boy:
Deo Simcox
Source: Radio Times

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