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The Six Mothers-in-Law of Henry VIII: A BBC Radio 4 Comedy

"Jonathan Coy stars as the much-married King in this unreliable Tudor history 'A brilliant concept... does exactly what it says on the tin' The Times From his tiny room at Hampton Court, the royal chronicler records the comings and goings of the King of England, his six Queens - and his six mothers-in-law. Introducing us to these redoubtable ladies, he relates the surprising part they played in the destiny of Henry VIII and his unfortunate wives. We meet Catherine of Aragon's duenna, Dona Elvira, whose introduction of paella, flamenco and bullfighting to his home leads Henry to seek his pleasures elsewhere; Lady Boleyn, whose gentleman admirer threatens danger for her daughter Anne; and Lady Margaret, whose attempt to overturn hundreds of years of tradition leads to a dramatic confrontation. There's also meddling matriarch Mrs Loew, whose devious dealmaking costs Henry dear; good-time grandmother Duchess Agnes, who encourages Catherine Howard to play the field - and neglect her husband; and Catherine Parr's mother, whose impact on the King's court will be life-changing for Henry - and for his Chancellor, Thomas Cromwell... Created by Barry Grossman (The Attractive Young Rabbi), this tongue-in-cheek historical spoof stars Jonathan Coy as King Henry VIII, with a star cast including Carla Mendonça, Lydia Leonard, Jasmine Hyde, Marcia Warren and Geoffrey McGivern. Production credits Created and written by Barry Grossman Episode 3 written by Jim Eldridge and Episode 4 by Rene Basilico Produced by John Fawcett Wilson Music composed by Jim Parker Cast Henry VIII - Jonathan Coy Thomas Cromwell - Milton Johns Chronicler - Alfred Burke Catherine of Aragon - Carla Mendonça Dona Elvira - Sheila Steafel Wolsey - John Rowe Pope - Stephen Greif Lady Boleyn - Diane Fletcher Anne Boleyn - Lydia Leonard Maurice Crumb - David Holt Jane Seymour - Jasmine Hyde Lady Margaret - Eve Matheson Sir John - John Webb Antonio - Jonathan Kydd Anne of Cleves - Sasha Pick Mrs Loew - Aletta Lawson Court fool - Chris Emmett Hans Holbein/Sir Richard - Peter van Dissel Catherine Howard - Helen Longworth Duchess Agnes - Marcia Warren William of Winchelsea - Geoffrey McGivern Simon of Southwark - Gyuri Sarossi Catherine Parr - Rachel Atkins Mother - Sally Grace First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 17 November-22 December 2003 ©2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Barry Grossman (Author), Alfred Burke, Carla Mendonca, Diane Fletcher, Full Cast, Jasmine Hyde, Jonathan Coy, Lydia Leonard, Marcia Warren, Milton Johns, Rachel Atkins, Sally Grace, Sheila Steafel (Narrator)

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Flying the Flag: The Complete Series 1-4: A BBC Radio 4 comedy drama

"All four series of the Eastern bloc embassy sitcom starring Dinsdale Landen Set in a British embassy somewhere in Russia, as the Cold War draws to a close, this entertaining sitcom follows Her Majesty's Ambassador Mr Mackenzie as he navigates the idiosyncrasies of life behind the Iron Curtain. Together with his First Secretary, William Frost, and personal assistant Helen Waterson, he manages matters ranging from dissidents to diplomatic dinners, all while maintaining his urbane, unflappable demeanour. Engaging with Communism is challenging enough, but the era of glasnost and perestroika brings new problems - including tourism, press freedom and an outbreak of political sickness in the People's Republic. However, Mackenzie battles on bravely, striving to dispense his own unique blend of British foreign policy and maintain the upper hand. Whether he's dealing with drug barons, hijackers, a Briton being held hostage or a container ship full of toxic waste, it's all in a day's overwork for the Ambassador. Not even an imminent revolution can faze him: but all distinguished careers must come to an end, and eventually it's time for Mackenzie to pack his diplomatic bags. But as he contemplates a bleak future in Britain, with no servants - and no knighthood - he finds himself facing one final crisis. Can he salvage some personal profit from someone else's disaster? Written by Alex Shearer, this wry observation of East-West diplomacy stars Dinsdale Landen as Ambassador Mackenzie, with Peter Acre as William, Moir Leslie as Helen, Christopher Benjamin as Colonel Surikov and Stephen Greif as US Ambassador Spiro Weinberg. Production credits Written by Alex Shearer Produced by Pete Atkin and Neil Cargill Cast HM Ambassador Mr Mackenzie - Dinsdale Landen William Frost - Peter Acre Helen Waterson - Moir Leslie Brown - Milton Johns Bryant - Stuart Organ Colonel Surikov - Christopher Benjamin Yakov Korovin - Michael Bilton Mikael Korovin - Jonathan Kydd US Ambassador Spiro Wineberg - Stephen Greif Eugenia - Sue Broomfield Brown - Milton Johns Mrs Poonskey - Margaret Ward Mrs Newton - Susie Brann George Sommers - Peter Howell Harris - Stephen Rashbrook Olav/Captain Warner - David Goodland Morris - John Baddeley Keith Branley - Richard Pearce Nesterov - Peter Craze Brodsky - Paul Gregory Frank Burton - Alan Dudley Gerald Calder-Browne MP - Richard Tate Henry Treebling - John Grieve Dr Hutchings - Norman Bird Grub - Julian Dutton Duncan Bridges - Peter Whitman Princess Sharon Eckersley - Elaine Lordan Dave - Simon Schatzberger First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 21 April-26 May 1987 (Series 1), 10 March-28 April 1988 (Series 2), 20 November-25 December 1990 (Series 3), 16 June-4 August 1992 (Series 4) ©2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Alex Shearer (Author), Christopher Benjamin, Dinsdale Landen, Full Cast, Milton Johns, Moir Leslie, Peter Acre, Stephen Greif (Narrator)

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Albert and Me: The Complete Series 1 & 2: A BBC Radio comedy drama

"Richard Beckinsale and Robert Lindsay star in this BBC radio sitcom about a single dad left holding the baby Bryan Archer's girlfriend has run off with the electrician, leaving him to raise their 18-month-old son, Albert, alone. Fortunately, Bryan's mum Pat is around to help out, but he still needs to get a job and earn enough money to pay the rent. Can he find an employer who'll let him bring Albert along? These seventeen episodes follow Bryan's mishaps and adventures juggling work and childcare, as he tries out as a cosmetic salesman, takes a driving job - but gets caught up in crime, and finds employment as a temporary filing clerk, where he has a bit of bother with a missing file. On holiday with Albert in Frimlington, he finds his fellow holidaymakers aren't too welcoming, and a family Christmas turns farcical when he realises he's managed to get himself double-booked for the festivities. And there are challenges in store as he tries to get a loan to buy a house, attempts to save his sister's marriage, and gets a scare when his little boy is taken into hospital for tests... Created by award-winning writer Jim Eldridge, whose credits include King Street Junior and Parsley Sidings, thissitcom about a doting single dad originally starred the late Richard Beckinsale as Bryan in the pilot and original 1977 series. The second series, broadcast in 1983, saw Robert Lindsay taking his place, and Pat Coombs reprising her roles as Mum and baby Albert. The guest cast includes Douglas Blackwell, Dilys Laye, Gorden Kaye and Marcia Warren. Production credits Written by Jim Eldridge Produced by John Fawcett Wilson Incidental music: Max Harris First broadcast BBC Radio 2, 5 January 1977 (Pilot), 5 November-24 December 1977 (Series 1), 16 March-4 May 1983 (Series 2) Cast Bryan Archer - Richard Beckinsale/Robert Lindsay Mum/Albert - Pat Coombs Dad - John Comer Vernon Wordsworth - Frank Thornton Anna Jameson - Sharon Duce Alice - Anne Cunningham The Magistrate/Dave/Mr Graham - Douglas Blackwell Joe Billings/Fred - Harry Fowler Mr Benson - John Arnatt Sandra - Karin MacCarthy Rex - Terence Alexander Mrs Warburton - Jan Holden Labour Exchange official - Milton Johns Stephanie - Madeline Smith Harry Ponder - John Junkin Mr Simpson - Reginald Marsh Linda - Joanna David Nursery nurse - Heather Bell Mr Wiggins - Peter Vaughan Mavis - Cheryl Hall Deirdre - Helen Worth Jane - Diane Keen Edward - Jon Laurimore Welfare lady/Mrs Featherstone-Haugh/Mrs Hagger - Dilys Laye Benefit official - Robin Parkinson Uncle Eric - Michael Robbins Mr Smith - David Ryall Bank manager/Mr Benson - John Arnatt Nurse - Penelope Reynolds Police Sergeant - Robert Gillespie Rose - Diana Berriman Gran - Patricia Hayes Maureen - Celia Bannerman Store assistant - Kenneth Shanley Mrs Willis - Diana King Ron - Larry Martyn Mary - Rosalind Adams Mr Tibbies/Arnold - Roland MacLeod Vera - Marcia Warren Edward - Gorden Kaye Joe - Ron Pember Job Centre Clerk - David Graham Vikkie - Sherrie Hewson Mrs Weston - Frances Jeater Amateur Photographer - John Tordoff Terry - Derek Martin Alison - Deidre Costello Charlie - Peter Cleall Andy - John Kane Mr Charlesworth - Bernard Gallagher Mrs Charlesworth - Lynda Baron Sandra/Doreen - Wendy Murray Lady Samantha - Sarah Berger Vicar - Michael Bilton Jenny - Brenda Blethyn GP - Renu Setna Nurse - Tammy Ustinov"

Jim Eldridge (Author), Brenda Blethyn, Full Cast, Milton Johns, Pat Coombs, Richard Beckinsale, Robert Lindsay, Sharon Duce (Narrator)

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