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Drama on 3: The Maids

on BBC Radio 3

By Jean Genet. A new translation for radio by Neil Bartlett of Genet's darkly disturbing play about suppressed hatred and oppression. Set in 1940s Paris, two sisters indulge in erotic and secret rituals of revenge against their wealthy employers - with fatal consequences.
Music by David Pickvance Director Gemma Jenkins

Contributors

Unknown:
Jean Genet.
Unknown:
Neil Bartlett
Music By:
David Pickvance
Director:
Gemma Jenkins
Claire:
Victoria Hamilton
Solange:
Janet McTeer
Madame:
Rebecca Johnson

BBC Radio 3

About BBC Radio 3

Live music and the arts: broadcasts more live music than any other radio network. Classical music is its core. Genres include world and new music, jazz, speech and drama.

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