Episode 4
Sam is disappointed to discover the truth behind Lord Sandwich's behaviour, while Elizabeth finds her new companion is less than honest. Stars Kris Marshall, Katherine Jakeways.
Sam is disappointed to discover the truth behind Lord Sandwich's strange behaviour, and Elizabeth finds that her new companion is less than honest. They can still enjoy a day out together, though, seeing the curious entertainments of Bartholomew Fair.
Samuel Pepys ..... Kris Marshall
Elizabeth Pepys ..... Katherine Jakeways
Will ..... John Biddle
Hannah ..... Eiry Thomas
Mary ..... Eirlys Bellin
Captain Ferrers ..... Ewan Bailey
Theme music: Gather Ye Rosebuds While Ye May, words by Robert Herrick and music by William Lawes, sung by Bethany Hughes. Lute, baroque guitar and theorbo played by David Miller. Violin and viol by Annika Gray, and recorders by Alice Baxter.
Historical consultant: Liza Picard
Sound by Nigel Lewis
Adapted by Hattie Naylor
A 麻豆社/Cymru Wales production, directed by Nigel Lewis and produced by Kate McAll.
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Thu 17 May 2012 10:45麻豆社 Radio 4 FM- Thu 17 May 2012 19:45麻豆社 Radio 4
- Thu 4 Sep 2014 14:30麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 5 Sep 2014 00:30麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
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