80 Not Out

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The Seven Ages of Woman

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Siân Phillips reads a remarkable story about a woman mesmerized by a painting.

Siân  Phillips reads a powerful story by award-winning author Stephen Wyatt.  Kath is mesmerised by a painting which seems to speak directly to her and to sum up her life.

Kath has taken a job as a volunteer at her local art gallery. She watches the comings and goings as she sits among the paintings - one of which seems to speak directly to her.  

Entitled The Seven Ages of Woman, she becomes obsessed by the women depicted, with one in particular engaging her attention.  

Has the painter captured her own fears and doubts?  Can she share her thoughts with anyone but herself?  Will it help her to deal with a new disappointment?  

Siân Phillips reads this heartfelt story by Stephen Wyatt. The story also reunites Siân with director Martin Jenkins, who first worked together some 50 years ago.  
 
Director:  Martin Jenkins
Sound Designer:  David Thomas
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Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

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Specially commissioned stories performed by five actors who have reached 80.

Specially commissioned stories by outstanding writers to be performed by five actors who have reached 80.

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