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Almonds and Raisins: Episode 2

The Sandberg family have found refuge in Manchester. David has his heart set on going to grammar school. Will it be possible?

Based on the novel by Maisie Mosco
Dramatized by Adam Usden

Episode 2

An epic Jewish family saga set in Manchester in 1905. Avraham has found work in one of the many cramped garment factories in Strangeways, whilst Sarah finally has a home of her own. Their bright son David has his barmitzvah coming up and is determined to get an English education as well. But with financial worries never far away, will this future be possible?

David ..... Aaron Gelkoff
Sarah ..... Emma Leah Golding
Avraham ..... Daniel Abelson
Sammy ..... Yoni Bronks
Sigmund ..... Jack Wagman
Rachel ..... Leah Marks
Miriam ..... Severn Seymour
Butcher ..... Lloyd Peters

Casting co-ordinators-Vicky Moseley and Pippa Day
Production co-ordinator-Lorna Newman
Studio Manager- Amy Brennan
Sound Designer- Sharon Hughes
Director/Producers- Jessica Mitic and Gary Brown

A Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Studios Audio Production

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44 minutes

Broadcast

  • Wed 17 Jul 2024 14:15

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