The Making of a Monster

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A teenager at a critical turning point - drama by Welsh Children's Laureate, Connor Allen

Connor is a bright Newport teenager, whose life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Autobiographical drama written and performed by Welsh Children's Laureate, Connor Allen.

Connor is a bright, mixed race Newport teenager, but his life is in danger of spiralling out of control, fuelled by his confusion and despair over who he is and why his father is largely absent from his life. Autobiographical drama about second chances, written and performed by Welsh Children's Laureate, Connor Allen. 

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Adult Connor.....Connor Allen
Little Man.....Jace Henry
Teenage Connor.....Jailen O'Daim
Mum.....Siwan Morris
Jonny/ Operator.....Gabin Kongola
Dad.....Kev McCurdy
Form Teacher/ Trolley Lady.....Claire Cage
Police Officer/ Judge.....Dick Bradnum

Production co-ordinator......Eleri McAuliffe
Sound design.....Nigel Lewis

Directed by Emma Harding for BBC Audio in Wales

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