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5. Get Happy
Episode 5 of 5
After a duet with Mickey Rooney, Susie Boyt accepts an invitation to perform at a Garland tribute show. Read by Tamsin Greig.
After an unexpected duet with Mickey Rooney over breakfast, Susie gingerly accepts an invitation to perform at a Garland tribute in Brooklyn.
Before she knows it, she's draped over a baby grand piano in a satin dress, singing her heart out.
Susie Boyt's tribute to her screen idol Judy Garland is a touching account of a life-long passion.
Abridged by Viv Beeby.
Concluded by Tamsin Greig
Producer: Justine Willett
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2008
Last on
Sat 21 Feb 202603:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra
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