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Drama on 3

Faust

Episode 1

Duration: 2 hours, 5 minutes

on BBC Radio 3

Faust is tempted into a contract with the Devil. He plunges into the enjoyment of sensuality until his emotions are stirred by a meeting with Gretchen, leading to a tragic outcome. Show more

Contributors

Mephistopheles:
Toby Jones
The Lord:
Derek Jacobi
Wagner (Faust's assistant):
Stephen Critchlow
Valentin (Gretchen's brother):
Peter Kenny
Earth Spirit:
Sean Barrett
Composer:
Roger Marsh
Director:
David Timson
Adaptor:
David Timson

Genres

BBC Radio 3

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