BBC historian David Hendy, poet Glyn Maxwell, biographer Kate Kennedy and Lucy Walker of the Britten-Pears Foundation explore Britten's relationship with radio and television. Show more
Cyrano de Bergerac
Episode 1
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for 7 months
The swordsman, philosopher and poet has one huge problem that's as plain as the nose on his face. Starring Tom Burke. Show more
Cyrano de Bergerac
Episode 2
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for 7 months
The poet secretly loves Roxanne, but new recruit Christian has captured her heart. His wooing needs help. Edmond Rostand's classic play adapted by Glyn Maxwell. Stars Emily Pithon. Show more
Cyrano de Bergerac
Episode 3
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for 7 months
Poet Cyrano wonders if he’s too ugly to be loved, while his rival Christian lacks a way with words! Stars Kieran Hodgson. Show more
Cyrano de Bergerac
Episode 4
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for 7 months
Cyrano heads to war at the Siege of Arras, still in love with Roxanne, who’s pining for new cadet Christian. Rostand's classic tale adapted by poet Glyn Maxwell. Stars Tom Burke. Show more
Cyrano de Bergerac
Episode 5
15 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Available for 7 months
Years have passed and Roxanne is hiding heartbroken in a nunnery. Will Cyrano’s secret love ever be revealed? Poet Glyn Maxwell's adaptation of Rostand's tale starring Tom Burke. Show more