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Hope and Despair

Romola Garai and Tim McMullan read poetry and prose on the theme of hope and despair. With poetry from TS Eliot, Tennessee Williams and Emily Dickinson. Including readings from the works of George Orwell and Roald Dahl, as well as music by Shostakovich, Biber and George Crumb.

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Sun 13 Dec 2009 22:45

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  • Sun 13 Dec 2009 22:45

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