Miriam Margolyes, Alison Steadman, John Sessions and Nigel Planer send up the infamous Bloomsbury literary group. From September 2012. Show more
Self-employed electrician Tony from Liverpool has no idea that his wife of 11 years wants him to leave. Stars Craige Els. Show more
Snapshots in the Dark
Jacob A Riis - Police Lodging Room, Church Street Station, 1895
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Colin Ford explains how Riis's photographs of the New York slum had an immediate and extraordinary impact on society. From December 1999.
Humphrey Ker with new sketch group talent from the circuit: The Three Englishmen, Max & Ivan and Frisky & Mannish. From July 2012.
The popular comedian stars in Johnny Speight's sketches. With Nicholas Parsons and Patricia Hayes. From November 1962. Show more
A poetic young talent, and the funny business of commerce. Stars Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick and Joan Sims. From June 1970. Show more
Jo and Laurie must face their futures, while Beth tells Jo the truth at last. Stars Buffy Davis and Gayle Hunnicutt.
Mowgli and Kaa plan a jungle attack against the wild dogs. Stars Nisha K Nayar, Eartha Kitt and Freddie Jones.
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
By Joan Smith. 4 Extra Debut. Stella is horrified when her mother buys an outlandish hat. Read by Melody Grove. Show more
Guy Raz investigates if we are the sum of our experiences, or can we choose our own path? With Zak Ebrahim. Show more
After 40 years teaching creative writing, sneaky Mr Fisher discovers a masterpiece. Short story read by Stephen Moore.
Self-employed electrician Tony from Liverpool has no idea that his wife of 11 years wants him to leave. Stars Craige Els. Show more
Snapshots in the Dark
Jacob A Riis - Police Lodging Room, Church Street Station, 1895
15 minutes
on BBC Radio 4 ExtraColin Ford explains how Riis's photographs of the New York slum had an immediate and extraordinary impact on society. From December 1999.
Firefighters in the future no longer stop fires, but start them by burning books. But one has forbidden doubts. Dark futuristic tale starring Michael Pennington.
The popular comedian stars in Johnny Speight's sketches. With Nicholas Parsons and Patricia Hayes. From November 1962. Show more
A poetic young talent, and the funny business of commerce. Stars Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick and Joan Sims. From June 1970. Show more
Mel Giedroyc presents the best of this week's 4 O'Clock Shows, including a chat with The Dog Ate My Homework presenter Iain Stirling and a trip round some fantastic castle ruins.
Jo and Laurie must face their futures, while Beth tells Jo the truth at last. Stars Buffy Davis and Gayle Hunnicutt.
Mowgli and Kaa plan a jungle attack against the wild dogs. Stars Nisha K Nayar, Eartha Kitt and Freddie Jones.
Mark Gatiss introduces David Lemon's tale of a lost soul offered hope, but with a sinister price attached. Stars Clare Corbett. Show more
Three allies with psychic powers help 12-year-old Jarral fight an evil prince. Douglas Hill's sci-fi fantasy stars Eric Allen. Show more
Guy Raz investigates if we are the sum of our experiences, or can we choose our own path? With Zak Ebrahim. Show more
After 40 years teaching creative writing, sneaky Mr Fisher discovers a masterpiece. Short story read by Stephen Moore.
The popular comedian stars in Johnny Speight's sketches. With Nicholas Parsons and Patricia Hayes. From November 1962. Show more
A poetic young talent, and the funny business of commerce. Stars Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick and Joan Sims. From June 1970. Show more
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
By Joan Smith. 4 Extra Debut. Stella is horrified when her mother buys an outlandish hat. Read by Melody Grove. Show more
Humphrey Ker with new sketch group talent from the circuit: The Three Englishmen, Max & Ivan and Frisky & Mannish. From July 2012.
The Chosen One is piling on the flubbles! Fantasy comedy starring Sanjeev Bhaskar and Alistair McGowan. From November 2010. Show more
The best in contemporary comedy. Tonight Arthur Smith chats to Mark Thomas.
The footloose upper-class student finds himself slumming it with Scottish roughnecks. Stars Marcus Brigstocke. From January 2005.
The scientist who wants to time travel and the world record holder for staying awake. With Danny Robins. From September 2008. Show more
Mark Gatiss introduces David Lemon's tale of a lost soul offered hope, but with a sinister price attached. Stars Clare Corbett. Show more
Three allies with psychic powers help 12-year-old Jarral fight an evil prince. Douglas Hill's sci-fi fantasy stars Eric Allen. Show more
This listing contains language that some may find offensive.
By Joan Smith. 4 Extra Debut. Stella is horrified when her mother buys an outlandish hat. Read by Melody Grove. Show more
The popular comedian stars in Johnny Speight's sketches. With Nicholas Parsons and Patricia Hayes. From November 1962. Show more
A poetic young talent, and the funny business of commerce. Stars Kenneth Williams, Hugh Paddick and Joan Sims. From June 1970. Show more
Humphrey Ker with new sketch group talent from the circuit: The Three Englishmen, Max & Ivan and Frisky & Mannish. From July 2012.
Firefighters in the future no longer stop fires, but start them by burning books. But one has forbidden doubts. Dark futuristic tale starring Michael Pennington.
