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4. The Show Must Go On

The Little Ottleys Series 4
Episode 4 of 5

Bruce is trapped in Aylmer’s pantry when he’s due to be on stage. Will Aylmer come to his rescue in time? Stars Ifan Meredith.

Bruce's curiosity has led to him being trapped in Aylmer's pantry!

Will he escape in time for his performance in 'The Mystery of the Countess of Carmarthenshire's Emerald Snake Bracelet'?

Or will Aylmer have to come to the rescue so the show can go on?

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

Dramatised by Martyn Wade.

Ada (Narrator) .... Haydn Gwynne
Bruce .... Ifan Meredith
Edith .... Juliet Aubrey
Aylmer .... Jonathan Firth
Miss Flummerfelt .... Susie Riddell
Madame Frabelle .... .Jane Whittenshaw
Vincy Wenham Vincy .... Sam Alexander

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

Director: Tracey Neale

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2013.

29 days left to listen

15 minutes

Last on

Today 03:45
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Credits

Ada Haydn Gwynne
Edith Juliet Aubrey
Miss Flummerfelt Susie Riddell
Madame Frabelle Jane Whittenshaw
Vincy Wenham Vincy Sam Alexander

Broadcasts

  • Thu 11 Apr 2013 10:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Thu 11 Apr 2013 19:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Yesterday 08:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Yesterday 13:45
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  • Yesterday 19:45
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  • Today 03:45
    BBC Radio 4 Extra