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But First This - A Musical Homage to Radio 4 archive

Along with the countryside, the monarchy and freedom of speech, Radio 4 is in the top seven "Best Things About Britain Today", according to a recent poll. But a new Controller is out to destroy this cherished institution! Can the intrepid team of presenters foil her wicked plan? Written by BBC newsreader Kathy Clugston with music by Desmond O'Connor, But First This is a witty and lovingly irreverent new musical set in the world of Woman's Hour, The Shipping Forecast, The Today Programme, Big Ben and, of course, the Pips. Just a Minute, make sure you're on the Front Row, Today, Saturday Live or Midweek, not at Broadcasting House but at The Watermill Theatre. It's guaranteed to be livelier than Book at Bedtime. Warning: an in-depth knowledge of Farming Today may be required!

Cast/Performers

Michael Fenton Stevens (John Humphrys), Louise Plowright (Selina), Helena Blackman (Anna), Neil Ditt (Will), Jonathan Dryuden Taylor (Jim), James Beal (piano)

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Kathy Clugston, Desmond O'Connor
Producer: The Watermill (in association with Act Productions Ltd)
Director: Michael Kingsbury
Design: Hayley Grindle
Lighting: Nick Richings
Music: Desmond O'Connor

But First This - A Musical Homage to Radio 4

But First This - A Musical Homage to Radio 4 (Musical) production archive for QTIX code T301430138. Details of all But First This - A Musical Homage to Radio 4 archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S249808893

Archive Listings

23 Oct 14
to
8 Nov 14

The Watermill Theatre
Newbury, Berkshire
Performance Details => Venue archive

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