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On holiday with his wife in Margate, Mr Yellowboy claims to be preparing the 123rd edition of an encyclopaedia but his activities are not that innocent.

Jonathan Coy stars as WS Gilbert in a series of his short stories.

Dramatised by Stephen Wyatt.

WS Gilbert …. Jonathan Coy
Mrs Badger …. Tina Gray
Wellington Yellowboy …. Tim Hudson
Amelia …. Bella Merlin
Arabella …. Sarah Hadland
Jack …. James Howard

Playwright and humourist, Sir William Schwenck Gilbert (1836-1911) is best known for his comic opera collaborations with Sir Arthur Sullivan, which first captivated audiences across the English-speaking world in the late 19th century.

Director: Jenny Stephens

First broadcast on Â鶹ԼÅÄ Radio 4 in December 2004.