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Death by Radio |
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By Paul Falcone |
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In World War II, a blackout during a radio broadcast hides a different kind of serial killer... |
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It is 1943 and Britain is at war. Hitler is poised to invade. But nearer home, the distinguished author, producer and radio broadcaster Sydney Matthews has problems of his own. During an air-raid, the BBC is forced to relocate him, his cast and his audience to the local church hall to transmit the latest episode of his acclaimed radio serial, The Mystery of the Mummy’s Curse. But whilst maintaining a British stiff upper lip and consummate professionalism, grievances and ill-feeling within the cast combine with an unexpected blackout to give Sydney a shocking experience... |
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DRAMATIS PERSONAE
Sydney Matthews 48. Outwardly charming, yet ruthless and determined. What wouldn’t he do to further his ambitions? Malcolm Gibbons 50. Famous radio actor. Very quiet and unimposing. But what is the secret that he seems to be hiding? Lisbeth Matthews 18. Daughter of Sydney. Given a part on the show. Obviously nepotism. Will do anything to get her own way. Violet Sitforth 50. Drunken Actress. She used to be quite famous. Her career is about to get worse! Rodney Foxley 20. Bit of a ‘spiv’. From the rough end of town. But how far would he go for the love of Lisbeth? Jane Crowsford 21. Forces sweetheart. Very attractive. She was brought into the show in order to boost morale on the ‘Home Front’. But she’s angry! Lord Nigel Falconhurst 43. Journalist who for some strange reason has been given a part in the show. You suspect he’s up to no good but you’re not sure what?
Inspector Foot of the Yard Age indetrminate. An officer of the law who just happens to be in the studio audience and is called in to solve a heinous crime... |
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DEATH BY RADIO Cast 5M 3F + 1 extra + audience participation Flexibility Inspector Foot can be played by an actress, or be played in uniform as Sgt Foot of the Royal Military Police for added atmosphere Alternative endings 2 Period 1943 Special costume requirements Evening dress. Ideally the extra should be in WW2 uniform. Encouraging the audience to wear wartime costume greatly enhances the atmosphere Staging requirements Some props to create sound effects Suitability for family audiences Suitable for all ages Complexity ++ Comedy element ++++ Atmosphere +++++ |
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