I, An Actor

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**** This programme was suggested by Keverne Smith as part of BBC Radio 4 Extra’s All Request Weekend **** Nicholas Craig is the greatest actor in the world. He begins reading his autobiography, illustrated with less successful performances by: * Nigel Planer * Christopher Ryan * Chrissy Roberts * Christopher Douglas Although he disapproves of awards, Nicholas relives the moment when his got a gong for his part in The Cuckold of Leicester. He shows a group of would-be thespians how to deliver a line by Oscar Wilde and remembers, with great fondness, playing Stanley Matthews the 'demon of the dribble' in a co production with Australian TV. Researched by Nigel Planer and Christopher Douglas Producer Bill Dare First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 1989. **** To nominate a programme from the archives that you would like to hear again, please email radio4extra@bbc.co.uk ****