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Mrs Bennet
Episode 4 of 5
City boy James takes inspiration from his girlfriend's beloved Austen in plotting how to win her back. Modern take on Pride and Prejudice with Carolyn Pickles.
By Charlotte Jones.
Ever wondered what your favourite literary characters would do if they were around today? City boy James takes inspiration from his girlfriend's beloved Austen in plotting how to win her back. He wants to grab her attention with an offer he hopes she can't refuse...
With music from London based choir MKC.
Produced by Lucy Collingwood.
Last on
Fri 21 Jul 2017
02:30
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
Carolyn Pickles as Mrs Bennet
"Yes, I am Mrs Bennet. I like that book – it has such a sweetness to it but as I grow older it is harder to believe- let’s just say it becomes a little saccharine- I am more of a fan of 'Persuasion' these days"
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Mrs Bennett | Carolyn Pickles |
| Sales Lady | Priyanga Burford |
| Jazlene | Danielle Vitalis |
| James | Kobna Holdbrook-Smith |
| Fran | Faye Castelow |
| Charlie | Wilf Scolding |
| Sue | Rosie Cavaliero |
| Jen | Cassie Layton |
| Producer | Lucy Collingwood |
| Writer | Charlotte Jones |
Broadcasts
Thu 6 Mar 2014 10:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4- Thu 6 Mar 2014 19:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Thu 20 Jul 2017 14:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 21 Jul 2017 02:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
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