Audiobooks Narrated by Graham Blockey

The Sand Leopard & Other Vintage Thrillers: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Collection

"Ten full-cast BBC Radio thrillers by Berkely Mather Berkely Mather (real name John Evan Weston-Davies) was a British author who wrote sixteen novels ranging from historical adventures to espionage fiction. A prolific writer for television and radio, he contributed scripts to TV series including Z Cars and The Avengers, and his film credits include Dr. No. Included here are some of his best radio thrillers, beginning with The Sand Leopard, charting the exploits of Geth Straker, captain of the Peregrine. The trouble-hunting mariner is commissioned to sail to the Red Sea in search of sunken Second World War bullion – but are his two new crew members what they seem? Neil McCallum stars as Straker in this action-packed drama. In The Hard Buy, it is the late 1960s, and wealthy young British playboy Brett Beaumont (John Rye) suddenly finds himself discredited and framed. Aboard his luxury yacht, he embarks on a dramatic journey to clear his name. The Meisterspringer, starring Cyril Shaps and Graham Blockey, sees ‘Meisterspringer’ Paul Mettold blackmailed by British agents into arranging the escape from prison of Russian spy James Carter. But the breakout does not go according to plan… The Bounce Back features six plays themed around retribution – Returned Without Thanks, Honesty’s The Best Fiddle, The Stake-Out, Just a Detail, Never Let Your Left Hand Know…, and Quick Returns. Among the casts are Hector Ross, Hilda Schroder, Henry Stamper, Humphrey Morton, Douglas Hankin, Sheila Grant, Alan Dudley and Ronald Herdman. Finally, the 30-minute drama Bird’s Eye View, starring Geoffrey Matthews and Cecile Chevreau, tells the story of an English convict on a French prison island who attempts to escape by boat – but on board, a surprise awaits him… NB: Due to the age of these recordings, the sound quality may vary. Some episodes contain dated attitudes and language First broadcast BBC Light Programme, 31 July-18 September 1961 (The Sand Leopard), 15 October 1962 (Bird’s Eye View), 23 January-13 March 1967 (The Bounce Back), 27 June-22 July 1968 (The Hard Buy), 21 April-26 May 1985 (The Meisterspringer) © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (p) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Berkely Mather (Author), Alan Dudley, Cecile Chevreau, Cyril Shaps, Full Cast, Geoffrey Matthews, Graham Blockey, Hector Ross, Hilda Schroder, John Rye, Neil Mccallum (Narrator)

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Lord of Misrule: A Full-Cast BBC Radio Dramatisation

"Full-cast dramatisation of the hot-blooded historical romance set in 18th century Wales ‘Jones has a talent for writing natural witty dialogue…’ Best Sellers Sworn allegiances, cruel punishments, broken hearts, shattered dreams and ancient magic make for an utterly spellbinding listen in this full-cast adaptation of Gareth Jones’s masterful novel. 1745. 18th century Wales is a land that time forgot. The burden of squalid poverty and the power of medieval superstition is writ large on the landscape as the adventurer, womaniser and dreamer Gruffydd comes to reclaim his birthright after the Jacobite Rebellion drives out George II. Hoping to deliver his people from the brutal control of a dissolute overlord, the local Squire Sir John Ffowlke, Gruffydd settles in the village of Cwmystwyth. Unrecognised, he becomes the local conjurer on whose magical powers the desperate villagers soon come to depend. Boldly, he fights for a vision of the future where they are free from the feudal chains that bind them. But Gruffydd is surrounded by enemies. Charisma may not be enough to keep him alive and if his people see through him, he may be faced with a bloody reckoning. The conflicting forces within the village of Cwmystwyth must be overcome if Gruffydd is to be able to unite the downtrodden community and guide its inhabitants towards freedom and a new life. Can any good come of a lie, however inspired? This powerful dramatisation of the novel by Gareth Jones is brought to life by Philip Madoc and Peter Halliday. Immerse yourself in the mystery, superstition, power and lust of a world long gone. Cast and credits Written by Gareth Jones Directed by Adrian Mourby Produced by BBC Wales Gruffydd - Philip Madoc Iolo - Loan Meredith Sir John Ffowlke - Peter Halliday Madlen - Meg Wynn Owen Mari - Beth Morris Rhiannon Bevan - Lisabeth Miles Hywel Bevan - Robert Blythe Mihangel - Gareth Snook Rachel - Donna Edwards Hannah - Adrian T Furse Talbot - Graham Blockey Col Johnes - James Benson Gwilym Brewer/Horseman - Dorien Thomas Old Thomas/Barnabas - Dillwyn Owen Thomas Jenkins - Gareth Armstrong Jailer/Tollgate Keeper - David Charles Thomas Powell - Gerald James Morgan Brewer - Maurice Elliott Landlords daughter/Lissi Gillian - Gillian Elisa Thomas Amaranth - Helen Roberts Ringmaster - Dorian Thomas Buddug - Di Botcher Sian - Rhian Morgan First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 12 Feb – 6 Apr 1986 ©2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Gareth Jones (Author), David Charles, Dillwyn Owen, Dorien Thomas, Full Cast, Gareth Snook, Graham Blockey, Ioan Meredith, Lisabeth Miles, Meg Wynn Owen, Peter Halliday, Philip Madoc, Robert Blythe (Narrator)

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God’s Revolution: A BBC Radio 4 full-cast historical drama

"An epic 12-part drama about the events leading up to, and following, the execution of King Charles I 'Classy writing... wonderfully crisp, with a brilliant cast' The Spectator England, 1647. Oliver Cromwell's New Model Army has routed the Royalists, and the King, having fled to Scotland, has been ransomed, sent back across the border and imprisoned. It seems the war is over, but there is trouble ahead. Parliament wants to disband the army and install its own militia - an act that looks, to Cromwell's loyal soldiers, like outright betrayal. As dissent grows within the ranks, agitators such as Francis White and John Reynolds, and leading Leveller John Lilburne, step up to speak for the common man. What began with a dispute over army demobilisation soon becomes far more, and a radical faction arises demanding freedom, equality and power to the people. But for Cromwell and his Commander-in-Chief, Thomas Fairfax, this is a challenge to Parliament's authority, and smacks of revolution. Facing a schism within the army, Cromwell is torn - but when the King escapes from custody, he and his troops have a new threat to deal with... Meanwhile, the women at home have troubles of their own. Clever, independent Penelope White is subject to the whims of her intransigent father, who wants her to marry a man of his choosing. And Lilburne's wife, Elizabeth, must risk her life each time she smuggles forbidden political papers into his cell in the Tower of London. As their men prepare to fight once more, what does the future hold for them? Set between the pivotal years of 1647 and 1649, this classic Civil War drama stars Bernard Hepton as Cromwell, Nigel Anthony as Fairfax, Graham Blockey as Francis White, Christian Rodska as Lilburne, William Eedle as Charles I, Deborah Makepeace as Penelope and Maureen O'Brien as Elizabeth. Cast and credits Written by Don Taylor God's Revolution Lord General Fairfax - Nigel Anthony John Church - Eric Allan Francis White - Graham Blockey Charles I/Lieut. Colonel Jackson/Cornet Denne - William Eedle Oliver Cromwell - Bernard Hepton Stephen White - David March John Reynolds - Kim Wall John Lilburne - Christian Rodska James Thompson - Simon Cuff Miles Sindercombe/Col. Rainsborough/Sir William Waller/Morrison - John Baddeley Corporal Perkins/Silent soldier/Simeon/Joseph/Winstanley/Brother Gerard - Steve Hodson Colonel James/Lockyer/Major General Skippon/Huntingdon - Peter Craze Edmund White/Major Gooday/Col. Scroop - Cornelius Garrett Penelope White - Deborah Makepeace Elizabeth Lilburne - Maureen O'Brien William Thompson/Captain Musket - Anthony Jackson Commissary Ireton - Bill Wallis Edward Sexby/Col. Whalley - John Hartoch Lady Anne Fairfax - Lin Sagovsky Cornet Joyce/Everard - Jonathan Nibbs Betty - Zelah Clarke Mrs Cromwell/Martha- June Barrie John Lilburne - Christian Rodska Beggar woman - June Tobin John Wildman - Stephen Rashbrook Robin - Elizabeth Lindsay Isaac - Christopher Asante Capt. Hatton - Alan Coveney Pride - Norman Eshley Mary Overton - Barbara Kellermann Mrs Chidley - Ellen Dryden Barry - Paul Sirr Directed by Shaun MacLoughlin and Ronald Mason Psalms arranged by Blaise Compton First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 7 October-23 December 1988 © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Don Taylor (Author), Bernard Hepton, Christian Rodska, Full Cast, Graham Blockey, Nigel Anthony (Narrator)

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