Donna Franceschild's witty and moving real-time drama. A woman is sitting on a bench when a stranger approaches her, and nothing she says will make him leave. Show more
The battles of Ma Joad as her family trek west in 1930s America. Starring BBC Audio Drama Award winner Michelle Fairley. Show more
Searching for work in 1930s California, the Joads learn thousands like them have also migrated west. Stars Michelle Fairley. Show more
Tom's old friend Casy is leading a strike. In a vigilante mob attack, Casy goes down and Tom hits back. Stars Robert Sheehan. Show more
With the quartet on the verge of playing their first gig, the lead singer's home-life collapses, endangering the band's dreams. From April 2013. Show more
As the band prepare for their biggest ever gig, a young woman gives Iain, the drummer, some potentially life-changing news. Starring Garry Collins. From April 2013. Show more
As the band try desperately to get a gig, Stuart, the bass player, finds his home and livelihood in jeopardy. From April 2013. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Robbie used to be a professional jazz pianist. Now he is a much-abused and miserable music teacher. Stars Gerry Mulgrew. From November 2008. Show more
Lewis Grassic Gibbon's powerful sequel to Sunset Song, set in a small Aberdeenshire town. Dramatised by Donna Franceschild. Show more
Tensions within the town grow as Chris and Robert help the spinners prepare for strike action. But nothing can prepare the family for the tragic events that are about to unfold. Show more
Drama on 4
John Steinbeck - The Pearl
45 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
4 Extra Debut. A tale of the greatest pearl ever found and the tragic impact its discovery has on one family. Narrated by Gary Lewis. Show more
4 Extra Debut. Two uneasy worlds are about to collide. Epic tale about the nature of good and evil starring Holliday Grainger and David Yip. Show more
Adam’s fallen under the spell of the enigmatic Cathy but things are getting darker. Stars Holliday Grainger and Robin Laing. Show more
Adam Trask is trying to protect his twin boys while his estranged wife continues her destruction. Starring Holliday Grainger. Show more