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Torch No 1

Monologue exploring the mind and motives of the young Czech student, Jan Palach, who set fire to himself in the centre of Prague 50 years ago.

Cast:
Jan Palach ...... Karl Davies

Written by David Pownall

Directed by Martin Jenkins.
A Pier production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

44 minutes

Last on

Thu 17 Jan 2019 14:15

Broadcast

  • Thu 17 Jan 2019 14:15

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