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That Most Despicable Race

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on BBC Radio 4 FM

In a series of four programmes Bryan Forbes tells the story of the British theatrical tradition from the time of David Garrick until the present day.
4: The Emperor's Nightingale
' Do you remember that story of Hans Andersen 's " The Emperor's Nightingale "? At the end when the Emperor has been cured, he offers the nightingale his kingdom, crown or finest sword. The nightingale said " No, I've had my reward. I've seen tears in the Emperor's eyes." ' (VANESSA REDGRAVE) Producer JOHN KNIGHT

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Bryan Forbes
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David Garrick
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Hans Andersen
Producer:
John Knight
Source: Radio Times

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