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Clash - Part 2

In the aftermath of the General Strike, Joan must choose between her politics and life with Tony. Stars Kate O'Flynn.

In the aftermath of the General Strike, Joan has to choose between her passionate politics and giving up her work for a comfortable life with Tony, the man she has fallen for.

Ellen Wilkinson's political romance, set during the 1926 General Strike, explores the clash between North and South, work and life, tradition and emerging roles. Joan Craig bridges all these divides with energy and talent, but ultimately has to choose whose side she's on.

Written by Ellen Wilkinson.

Dramatised for radio by Sharon Oakes.

Joan Craig …. Kate O’Flynn
Tony Dacre …. Paul Ready
Gerry Blain …. Luke Nunn
Mary Maud Meadowes …. Jane Whittenshaw
William Royd …. Roger Ringrose
Bunny Royd …. Emma Handy
Ben Lewis …. Stefan Adegbola
Dolly …. Charlotte East
Alaric …. Ian Dunnett Jnr
Sally …. Cecilia Appiah

Directors: Ciaran Bermingham and Jessica Dromgoole

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in November 2020.

57 minutes

On radio

Tue 5 May 202615:00

Broadcasts

  • Sun 15 Nov 202015:00
  • Sat 28 Sep 202415:00
  • Tue 5 May 202615:00
  • Tue 5 May 202621:00
  • Wed 6 May 202605:00

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