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2. A Radical Proposal

The Little OttleysSeries 4
Episode 2 of 5

Edith makes a radical proposal - that she should alternate between Aylmer and Bruce on a monthly basis. Stars Juliet Aubrey.

1916: Bruce, Edith and Aylmer are locked in their curious but delightful triangle.

Edith's radical proposal - that she should alternate between Aylmer and Bruce on a monthly basis - is about to be implemented and Bruce is not happy.

Ada Leverson's witty and wonderful social comedy set in early 20th century London.

Dramatised by Martyn Wade.

Ada (Narrator) ..... Haydn Gwynne
Edith .... Juliet Aubrey
Bruce .... Ifan Meredith
Aylmer .... Jonathan Firth
Madame Frabelle .... Jane Whittenshaw

Music: "Forgotten Dreams" - Max Jaffa with the Palm Court Orchestra.

Director: Tracey Neale

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2013.

15 minutes

On radio

Tuesday08:45
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Credits

AdaHaydn Gwynne
EdithJuliet Aubrey
Madame FrabelleJane Whittenshaw

Broadcasts

  • Tue 9 Apr 201310:45
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  • Tue 9 Apr 201319:45
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  • Tuesday08:45
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  • Tuesday19:45
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  • Next Wednesday03:45
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