4 Extra Debut. Stevie Byerley is raised by a robotic childminder. Their relationship will change the course of her life. Stars Hermione Norris.
Stevie Byerley is raised by a robotic childminder. Their relationship will change the course of her life.
The rise of robotics in the 21st century, told through the poignant and mysterious story of enigmatic lawyer, Stevie Byerley.
As a child, Stevie Byerley is raised by Robbie, a robotic childminder, because her parents are too busy working. The powerful bond she forms with the robot is unbreakable. Their relationship will change the course of Stevie's life.
Originally written over 60 years ago, Isaac Asimov's stories are becoming truer with every day that passes. The world that he imagined is now upon us.
With Hermione Norris as Stevie Byerley, Kelly Burke as Robbie, Mia Burgess as Young Stevie, Dianna Weller and Grace Byerley and Derek Riddell as George Byerley.
Dramatised by Richard Kurti
Produced and Directed by Andrew Mark Sewell
A B7 production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Stevie Byerley | Hermione Norris |
| George Byerley | Derek Riddell |
| Grace Byerley | Dianne Weller |
| ROBBIE | Kelly Burke |
| Tour Guide | Rob Blackwood |
| Young Stevie | Mia Burgess |
| Author | Isaac Asimov |
| Adaptor | Richard Kurti |
| Director | Andrew Mark Sewell |
| Producer | Andrew Mark Sewell |
Broadcasts
Mon 6 Feb 2017 10:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4- Mon 6 Feb 2017 19:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Mon 7 Jan 2019 18:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
- Tue 8 Jan 2019 00:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
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