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The Afternoon Play

on BBC Radio 4 FM

Bequest to the Nation by TERENCE RATTIGAN adapted by BRIDGET MARROW
'... could I have rewarded these services, I would not now call upon my Country; but as that has not been in my power, I leave Emma Lady Hamilton , therefore, a Legacy to my King and Country, that they will give her an ample provision to maintain her rank in life
Fortepiano played by DAVID JOHNS Directed by DAVID JOHNSTON (R)

Contributors

Unknown:
Terence Rattigan
Adapted By:
Bridget Marrow
Unknown:
Emma Lady Hamilton
Played By:
David Johns
Directed By:
David Johnston
Emma Hamilton:
Sian Phillips
Nelson:
Michael Bryant
Lady Nelson:
Anna Massey
Captain Hardy:
Alan Lake
George Matcham Sr:
Michael Spice
Katherine Matcham:
Judy Franklin
George Matcham:
David McAlister
Lord Barham:
Alan Dudley
Lord Minto:
Nicholas Courtney
Betsy:
Diana Bishop
Captain Blackwood:
Geoffrey Beevers
Francesca:
Patience Tomlinson

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