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John Finnemore's Double Acts

By: John Finnemore
Narrated by: Alison Steadman,Celia Imrie,full cast
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Summary

Winner of the Writers Guild Award for Best Radio Comedy and the Comedy.co.uk awards for Best Radio Sketch Show!

Celia Imrie, Alison Steadman, John Bird and Rebecca Front are among the cast of these BBC Radio 4 comedy dramas from the writer and producers of Cabin Pressure.

These six self-contained duologues, each one brimming with humour and charm, come from the pen of John Finnemore, author and star of the award-winning John Finnemore's Souvenir Programme.

'A Flock of Tigers'. 1934. Edmund and Dolorosa are sharing a train carriage - and embarking on an unexpected adventure. Starring Charles Edwards and Celia Imrie.

'Wysinnwyg'. In the Sales Support Department of Willard & Son, new girl Kerry meets Adele. Starring Alison Steadman and Isy Suttie.

'Red-Handed'. Arriving home early, Joel is surprised by an unexpected visitor named Henry. Starring John Bird and Lawry Lewin.

'The Goliath Window'. It is 1820, and Mark and Luke have arranged an appointment in the vestry of St Anne's Church, Mayton Chennett. Starring Simon Kane and John Finnemore.

'English for Pony-Lovers'. In a German guest house, Elke is waiting to receive an English lesson from Lorna. Starring Rebecca Front and Beth Mullen.

'Hot Desk'. A receptionist and a security guard meet every day at 7am and 7pm to hand over a desk. Starring Matthew Baynton and Jenny Bede.

With a star cast, memorable characters, witty dialogue and beautifully crafted plots, these heart-warming plays are an utter joy. Duration: 3 hours approx

©2016 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2016 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

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Entertaining as always.

I love John Finnemores' writing. His humour is intelligent and charming and never fails to entertain. His stories are original, inventive and beguiling. Can't wait to download more.

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Funny, intriguing, beautiful and touching.

This stopped me in my tracks. A quite brilliant collection or heartwarming, hilarious and clever stories. Encore! Encore!

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Fabulous!

I bought this when I was actually a bit broke and saw that my annual credits sub had been paid automatically. Under the circumstances it had its work cut out. So pleased I got it! John Finnemore is so clever with language, and people, and office politics. When I wasn't smiling I was laughing out loud. On my own AND in company. If you enjoy Cabin Pressure I warn you, this is funnier - and I love cabin Pressure.
Only downside is only 6 episodes...

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charming

very different from other works by John Connectors but well written, cleverly cast and snappy dialogues. Yup, well worth adding to your collection.

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double act. Twice the fun.

Very good plays. Each won is very interesting. slightly off - beat and the naration/acting is excellent too.

Very clever constructs - a great few hours worth of entertainment.

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Unique

John finnemore’s radio shows are generally in a series and have specific characters (like on tv) but I think he was trying something new here and it definitely worked!

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‘Wysiwyg’was good!

I loved wysiwyg I really enjoyed it and
And refused to listen to enything else!😹

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‘A Flock of Tigers’ is brilliant!

John Finnemore’s characters are always beautifully observed. He has a keen sense of the absurd which, combined with is mastery of English, make his stories a joy to listen to. I strongly recommend ‘A Flock of Tigers’ as therapy for anyone who went to boarding school too young!

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Wholesome fun

Easy listening by John Finnemore. We love listening to these in the car .. well written and beautifully read by some famous voices.

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perfect gems

witty and well crafted, with excellent casting and delightful variety - radio's answer to Inside No. 9

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