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Relayed from The Central Hall, Newport
Betty Bannerman (Contralto), Percy Manchester (Tenor)
The Choir of The Newport Choral Society and Orchestra
Conducted by Arthur E. Sims

The Newport Choral Society was founded in 1897, and has been responsible for nearly forty first performances in Newport. Among these works may be mentioned Bach's B minor Mass and three works by Elgar-The Dream of Gerontius, The Apostles, and The Kingdom-all of which were broadcast.

Contributors

Contralto:
Betty Bannerman
Tenor:
Percy Manchester
Singers/Musicians:
The Choir of The Newport Choral Society and Orchestra
Conductor:
Arthur E. Sims
Source: Radio Times
5WA Cardiff
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Scene: A private room in an inn
Performed by The Covent Garden Opera Company
Relayed from the Opera House, Manchester
Characters in order of their appearance: [see below]

(Daventry National Programme)

Contributors

Conductor:
John Barbirolli
An innkeeper:
Roy Devereux
Baron Ochs of Lerchenau:
Norman Allin
Octavian (a young gentleman of noble family):
Marjorie Parry
Annina (Valzacchi's partner):
Gladys Parr
Valzacchi (an intriguer):
Frederick Davies
Captain of the Guard:
Frank Sale
Herr von Faninal (a rich merchant):
William Michael
Sophie (his daughter):
Doris Lemon
Princess von Werdenberg:
Miriam Licette
Source: Radio Times

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