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The Observations & Gillespie and I: Two Full-Cast BBC Radio Dramatisations

"Full-cast adaptations of two of Jane Harris’s gripping novels - plus an interview with the author Listen now to these two stunning, suspenseful historical dramas, performed by a full cast and based on the novels by best-selling author, Jane Harris. The Observations transports listeners to Scotland, 1863. A young Irish girl, Bessy Buckley, escapes her former life as a prostitute when she's hired as a maid in a big house near Edinburgh. But her new employer, Arabella, has secrets of her own. She encourages Bessy to write her thoughts and experiences in a journal, and subjects her to odd experiments. Bessy quickly grows attached to her mistress but things change when Bessy discovers Arabella has been writing a book, ‘The Observations’, a study of the ‘habits and nature of the Domestic Class’. Bessy is incensed, and concocts an act of revenge… Starring Lucy Paterson and Candida Benson (The Crown). In Gillespie and I, it’s 1888 and Harriet Baxter, an art-loving Englishwoman, arrives in Glasgow for the city's International Exhibition. She meets the Scottish painter, Ned Gillespie, and his wife, Annie - but tragedy is about to strike the Gillespies. A chilling listen, involving anonymous letters, sleazy journalism and a notorious court case. This gripping story is performed by a full cast including Phyllis Logan (Downtown Abbey), Kate Dickie (Game of Thrones) and Liam Brennan. Also included here is an interview with Jane Harris from Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour, in which she discusses Gillespie and I. Jane Harris is a best-selling writer whose novels have been published in over 20 countries worldwide and translated into many different languages. In 2007 The Observations was short-listed for the Orange Prize for Fiction. Harris was nominated for the British Book Awards Newcomer of the Year and the Southbank Show/Times Breakthrough Award the same year. Gillespie and I was longlisted for the 2012 Orange Prize for Fiction. ©2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Jane Harris (Author), Candida Benson, Full Cast, Kate Dickie, Liam Brennan, Lucy Paterson, Phyllis Logan (Narrator)

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Running Before the Wind: A BBC Radio Full-Cast Drama

"A stunning family saga set on the banks of the River Clyde Immerse yourself in this beautiful family story set in the heart of Scotland as stories old and new emerge from the banks of the river. Featuring a full-cast, this is a stunning drama from the BBC archives and a treat for any audio fan with a love of rich stories, beautifully told. On a trip home, young Alison Lynn discovers an old wooden boat lying out of the water in the marina, named Isabella. Curious as to the origins of the boat’s name, she sets about finding the story of the elusive Isabella. Discovering that the boat’s namesake is still alive, an elderly lady of eighty-eight, Alison decides to track her down. The journey transports Alison back to the 1880s and she is immersed in her own family history, where the Lynns were a powerful force, building exquisite yachts with great craftsmanship. As a yachting fan herself, Alison is determined to bring Isabella back to her former glory with the help of her new found relative. This is a story full of love and passion, sorrow and death. It weaves a tale of family history against a backdrop of turbulent times that echo down the generations. Will Alison and Isabella be able to find peace and will they be able to save this relic of the past and embrace a new future? This listening treat is perfect for fans of immersive family stories from authors such as Anne Tyler and Joanna Trollope and is available as a complete download for the first time. Cast and credits Written by Catherine Czerkawska Directed by Hamish Wilson Isabella - Sybil Wintrope Alison - Louise Beattie Adam/Stirling - Allan Sharpe David - Alec Heggie Paolo - John Buick Hetty - Monica Gibb Ian - Liam Brennan Maclehose/Luke - Gibert Martin Annie - Sheila Donald Sadie - Anne Downie Malcolm - Alec Monteath David - Mark McDonnell Foreman/ Alexander - Tom Smith Emily - Irene MacDougall Jessie/Receptionist - Astrid Wilson Archivist/Archie - William Armour Matron/Young James - Mary Riggans Nurse/Midwife - Susie Maguire Cook - Ceit Kearney Kitchen maid - Wendy Ronald Young Hetty - Isabel Wright James Lynn - James MacPherson Bosun/Gardener - Stuart Davids OldMan/Paolo’s Papa - Douglas Stiven Episode titles 1. Casting Off 2. Hoisting the Sail 3. Still Waters 4. Weathering the Storm First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 16th March - 6th April 1994 ©2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Catherine Czerkawska (Author), Alec Heggie, Anne Downie, Full Cast, John Buick, Liam Brennan, Louise Beattie, Monica Gibb, Sybil Wintrope (Narrator)

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Sir Walter Scott: A BBC Radio Drama Collection: Five Full-Cast BBC Radio Dramatisations including Wa

"Full-cast BBC adaptations of five of Sir Walter Scott’s ‘Waverley’ novels, plus a play adapted from his journal starring Alec Guinness, and a documentary about Scott and his legacy Poet, novelist, critic and campaigner Walter Scott invented the historical novel and shaped the world’s image of Scotland. His tales of heroism, romance and adventure were hugely successful, outselling Jane Austen and Lord Byron, and are still popular today. Included here are adaptations of five of the best-loved books in his ‘Waverley’ series, as well as two bonus programmes. Waverley – Sent to Scotland with his regiment, young English soldier Edward Waverley becomes embroiled in the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745. Torn between love and duty, he falls in with Bonnie Prince Charlie’s rebel army – and finds himself accused of treason… Richard Greenwood stars in this adaptation of Scott’s groundbreaking debut novel. Rob Roy – Francis Osbaldistone, the son of a rich London merchant, is banished to his family seat in the North. There, he meets the beautiful, high-spirited Diana Vernon and his villainous cousin Rashleigh, and befriends the enigmatic Scot, Robert Campbell – hero, chieftain of the clan MacGregor and wanted outlaw… Starring Liam Brennan, this thrilling drama is set during the Jacobite rising of 1715. The Heart of Midlothian – Edinburgh, 1737, and young Effie Deans is arrested for child murder and sentenced to death. Convinced of her innocence, her sister Jeanie decides to walk to London to plead for her sister’s life. Gerda Stevenson and Irene Allen star in this adaptation of Scott’s gripping novel, widely considered to be the finest of the ‘Waverley’ books. The Bride of Lammermoor – Edgar Ravenswood has sworn vengeance on the Ashton family who have destroyed his honour and ruined his fortune – but Lucy Ashton will come to mean more to him than honour, fortune and life Itself… This tragic tale of a doomed love affair stars David Rintoul and Gerda Stevenson. Woodstock – England, 1651. Charles Stuart’s army has been defeated at Worcester, and he is on the run. Suspecting that he will take refuge at Woodstock Manor, Oliver Cromwell sets a trap for him there – but he has reckoned without the wily King and his loyal Cavalier supporters… John Rowe and Brian Hewlett star in this epic Civil War tale. My Own Right Hand Shall Do It – Suffering a terrible reversal of fortune late in life, Sir Walter Scott determines to recover from financial ruin. Sir Alec Guinness stars in this moving portrait of tragedy and ultimate triumph. The Man Who Made Scotland – James Naughtie makes the case for a reappraisal of Sir Walter Scott, arguing that his branding of Scotland is the mark of a thoroughly modern thinker. NB: Due to the age of the recordings, the sound quality may vary First published 1814 (Waverley), 1817 (Rob Roy), 1818 (The Heart of Midlothian), 1819 (The Bride of Lammermoor), 1826 (Woodstock) © 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Walter Scott (Author), Alec Guinness, Brian Hewlett, David Rintoul, Full Cast, George Woolley, Gerda Stevenson, Irene Allan, Jill Meers, John Buick, John Ransome, John Rowe, Liam Brennan, Richard Greenwood, Sean Chapman, Tom George (Narrator)

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Sunset Song & Cloud Howe: Two Full-Cast BBC Radio Dramatisations from A Scots Quair

"Full-cast BBC adaptations of Lewis Grassic Gibbon's classic Scottish novel and its sequel - plus a bonus programme about the story's evocative setting Scottish writer Lewis Grassic Gibbon is best-known for A Scots Quair, a trilogy of novels comprising Sunset Song, Cloud Howe and Grey Granite that are considered to be among the most important works of the 20th century Scottish Renaissance. Featured here are the BBC Radio dramatisations of the first two novels, as well as a special documentary feature exploring the landscape and legacy of Sunset Song. Sunset Song - Set in north-east Scotland before and during the First World War, this moving adaptation tells the story of Chris Guthrie, a farmer's daughter growing up in the crofting village of Kinraddie. With a domineering father and a mother worn out by childbirth, Chris's upbringing is painful, and she is torn between her love of the land and her dream of becoming a teacher. When she falls in love with Ewan Tavendale, she decides to remain on the farm - but the outbreak of war brings devastating change to her family and community... Starring Lesley Hart as Chris Guthrie. Cloud Howe - The Great War is over, and Chris is starting a new life with her husband. When she and her family move to the mill town of Segget in Aberdeenshire, they find themselves embroiled in the small town's epic class struggle during the run-up to the General Strike. Amy Manson stars as Chris, with Robin Laing as Robert. Sunset Song: Return to the Mearns - On the 75th anniversary of Lewis Grassic Gibbon's death, Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith explore the Mearns, asking how the people who live there regard the landscape today and whether Gibbon's masterpiece Sunset Song lives on. First published 1932 (Sunset Song) and 1933 (Cloud Howe) Sunset Song Chris Guthrie - Lesley Hart John Guthrie - Liam Brennan Jean Guthrie - Bridget McCann Will Guthrie - Gordon Brandie Mistress Munro - Estrid Barton Long Rob - Matthew Zajac Chae Strachan - Douglas Russell Kirsty Strachan - Shonagh Price Margot Strachan - Sally Reid Ewan Tavendale - Finn den Hertog Rev Colquohoun - Fraser Sivewright Rev Gibbon - Keith Hutcheon Dramatised by Gerda Stevenson Directed by David Ian Neville First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 15-22 March 2009 Cloud Howe Chris - Amy Manson Robert - Robin Laing Else - Pearl Appleby Dalziel - Liam Brennan Alec - Philip Cairns Jock - Stephen Duffy Ewan - Roderick Gilkison Leslie - Ralph Riach Ake - Iain Robertson Miss M'Askill - Wendy Seager Mowat - Nick Underwood Dramatised by Donna Franceschild Directed by Kirsty Williams First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 25 January-1 February 2015 Sunset Song: Return to the Mearns Presented by Mark Stephen and Euan McIlwraith First broadcast BBC Radio Orkney, 6 February 2010 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Lewis Grassic Gibbon (Author), Amy Manson, Bridget Mccann, Finn Den Hertog, Full Cast, Gordon Brandie, Lesley Hart, Liam Brennan, Robin Laing (Narrator)

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King of Scotland

"King of Scotland is an award-winning, dark comedy and a free adaptation of Gogol's A Diary of a Madman. Long-term unemployed Tommy McMillan joins a government-funded retraining scheme, 'Up the Ladder'. Cited as a shining example of the government's employment policies and chosen for a media profile, Tommy is taken on by the Department of Upward Mobility. The department gets more than they bargained for; however, when they discover just how far up the ladder Tommy is expecting to go. Featuring trouserless bankers, talking dogs, flying taxis, and a razor-sharp parody of the workings of politics, King of Scotland is an outrageous Fringe First-winning monologue. About the author: Award-winning playwright Iain Heggie is one of Scotland's leading playwrights. His plays include the Mobil prize-winning play A Wholly Healthy Glasgow (1988) and the John Whiting Award-winning play American Bagpipes (1989). His other plays include An Experienced Woman Gives Advice, Don Juan, Love Freaks, and Wiping My Mother's Arse."

Iain Heggie (Author), Liam Brennan (Narrator)

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Hand in Glove – The Casebook of Dr Wallace: Six BBC Radio 4 Crime Dramas

"Series 1 & 2 of the mystery drama featuring the crime-solving exploits of a Scottish pathologist and his daughter. 1920s Stirling, and Chief Pathologist Dr Wallace is the town's acknowledged expert on all matters forensic. But he's not the only detective in the family - his daughter Barbara, a medical student, also has quite a talent for investigating. In these six one-off dramas, the two amateur sleuths join forces to tackle a string of tricky cases, each involving a suspicious death. A Good Shaking - When a woman is accused of killing her three-month-old daughter, Dr Wallace and Barbara are determined to discover the truth. Fast and Loose - Two mysterious deaths, in Glasgow and Stirling, intrigue the duo. Sleeping pills seem like the simplest solution for one, but could the other be linked to dry cleaning fluid? Rights and Wrongs - Dr Wallace finds himself in court as a witness in a malpractice case. Meanwhile, Barbara ponders some moral questions of her own... Testing Times - A grim discovery in Braeburn Quarry draws Dr Wallace into a double murder case. And at Glasgow Royal Infirmary, with exam season approaching, Barbara suddenly finds herself in demand. Win Some, Lose Some - A Lake District holiday beckons for Dr Wallace, but there's a crucial piece of evidence to be delivered afterwards. In her father's absence, Barbara looks into an alleged poisoning case - and receives a surprise proposal. Not Proven- A doubtful suicide presents Dr Wallace and DC Curran with a perplexing puzzle - and Barbara is faced with a difficult career decision... Scripted by acclaimed poet and playwright Stephen Mulrine, these six absorbing dramas star Martyn James as Dr Wallace and Meg Fraser as Barbara, with Liam Brennan as DC Curran. Please note: this audio contains language and attitudes that reflect the era in which it was written. A Good Shaking Wallace - Martyn James Barbara - Meg Fraser DC Curran - Liam Brennan Mrs Dwyer - Alyxis Daly Mr Dwyer - Owen Kavanagh Mrs Wallace - Jan Moffatt Mrs Hamilton - Grace Glover Dr Ibbotson - Louise Beattie Crissie - Sybil Wintrope Other parts played by members of the cast First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 21 October 1996 Fast and Loose Wallace - Martyn James Barbara - Meg Fraser Mrs Wallace - Jan Moffatt Lady Archer - Eliza Langland Kennedy - Kern Falconer DC Curran - Liam Brennan Mrs Hamilton - Grace Glover Davidson - Billy Boyd Dr Ibbotson - Louise Beattie Celine - Maria Miller Beth - Elaine Ellis DC Norton - Barry Hunter Other parts played by members of the cast First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 28 October 1996 Rights and Wrongs Wallace - Martyn James Barbara - Meg Fraser Lorrimer - Paul Young Mrs Wallace - Jan Moffatt Mrs Hamilton - Grace Glover Sheriff - Andrew Conlan Dr Randolph - Alec Heggie Considine - Michael Perceval Maxwell McDaid - Alex Harvey O'Donnell - Raymond Short Martin - Bob Docherty Dr Ibbotson - Louise Beattie Other parts played by members of the cast First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 4 November 1996 Testing Times Wallace - Martyn James Barbara - Meg Fraser Mrs Wallace - Jan Moffatt Mrs Hamilton - Grace Glover DC Curran/McPhee - Liam Brennan Dr Randolph - Alec Heggie Pritchard - Michael Perceval-Maxwell O'Donnell - Billy Boyd McDaid - Frank Gallagher Miss Strachan - Fiona Danskin Mrs Ross - Andrea McKenna Examiner - Peter Lincoln Other parts played by members of the cast First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 8 December 1997 Win Some, Lose Some Wallace - Martyn James Barbara - Meg Fraser Mrs Wallace - Jan Moffatt DC Curran - Liam Brennan Pritchard - Michael Perceval-Maxwell Mrs Hendry - Elizabeth Bechman-Murray Pritchard - Michael Perceval-Maxwell Davey - Finlay Welsh Signalman - Martin Docherty Other parts played by members of the cast First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 15 December 1997 Not Proven Wallace - Martyn James Barbara - Meg Fraser Pritchard - Michael Perceval-Maxwell O'Donnell/Startley - Billy Boyd Mrs Hamilton - Grace Glover DC Curran - Liam Brennan Mrs Wallace - Jan Moffatt Dr Ibbotson - Louise Beattie McDaid - Frank Gallagher Dr Randolph - Alec Heggie Atkinson - Robin Thomson Helen - Jane Hemsey Other parts played by members of the cast First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 22 December 1997 Written by Stephen Mulrine Directed by Hamish Wilson Technical presentation by Jim Ross, Gillian Charles and Paul Sumerling Production assistant: Wilma Gardiner © 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Stephen Mulrine (Author), Full Cast, Liam Brennan, Martyn James, Meg Fraser (Narrator)

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The Alterer: A BBC Radio 4 dramatisation

"An atmospheric drama set on the east coast of Scotland in 1791. A watchmaker pours all of his skill and knowledge into making a machine that will alter time and create a different universe; one in which he hopes his desperately ill daughter will be returned to him, fully recovered. Starring Cal MacAninch, Liam Brennan, Pauline Knowles and Finn de Hertog. Written by Finlay Welsh. Produced by Kirsteen Cameron."

Finlay Welsh (Author), Cal Macaninsh, Finn De Hertog, Liam Brennan, Pauline Knowles (Narrator)

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La Princesse De Clèves (BBC Radio 3 Drama On 3)

"Madame de Lafayette's classic tale of intrigue and love, ‘La Princesse de Clèves’, dramatised for BBC Radio 3 and originally broadcast in the ‘Drama on 3’ slot on 28 February 2010. Set in the 16th Century, the play follows the life of a beautiful young lady newly presented to Court. It's the reign of Henri II and Mary Queen of Scots is safely ensconced in France. It's a time of dangerous liaisons when one step out of line could ruin a woman and her family. Quickly married off, the naïve Princess finds herself admired and taunted by those around her. And, whilst they gossip cruelly, she becomes helplessly and dangerously caught up in matters of love. Playfully adapted, this BBC Radio 3 dramatisation offsets the Princess’ painful conflict between duty and love with characters who delight in the wickedness of their world. ‘La Princesse de Clèves’ stars Melody Grove as La Princesse, Candida Benson as her mother and Liam Brennan as Clèves. Also featuring in the cast are Robin Laing, Laurie Brown, Meg Fraser, Irene MacDougall, Ralph Riach and Crawford Logan. Translated and dramatised by Jo Clifford and directed by Kirsty Williams."

Madame De Lafayette (Author), Candida Benson, Full Cast, Liam Brennan, Melody Grove (Narrator)

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The Macbeth: A BBC Radio Shakespeare production

"In this BBC full-cast production, a trio of witches predicts Macbeth's early demise. In a tale of fate, fulfilment and ego, Macbeth and his wife desire the Scottish kingship. Macbeth's temptation and descent into evil, his wife's ruthlessness and subsequent madness and the overarching presence of the supernatural charge this gripping production. Will their conscience, and the prophecy, catch up with them before the crown can be secured? Ken Stott stars as Macbeth and Phyllis Logan as Lady Macbeth. BBC radio has a unique heritage when it comes to Shakespeare. Since 1923, when the newly-formed company broadcast its first full-length play, generations of actors and producers have honed and perfected the craft of making Shakespeare to be heard. In this acclaimed BBC Radio Shakespeare series, each play is introduced by Richard Eyre, former Director of the Royal National Theatre. Revitalised, original and comprehensive, this is Shakespeare for the modern day."

William Shakespeare (Author), Full Cast, Ken Stott, Liam Brennan, Phyllis Logan, Tom Mannion (Narrator)

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