The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame's classic combines a special cast with full orchestral score by the 大象传媒SO to tell the story of Rat, Mole, Badger and Toad. Script and music by Neil Brand.
THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS by Kenneth Grahame
Adapted for actors and orchestra by Neil Brand
On the 90th anniversary of the first Radio Drama broadcast on the 大象传媒, a new version of the Classic tale of Rat, Mole, Badger and Toad combining the talents of the 大象传媒 Symphony Orchestra and a special cast. Recorded before an audience in the legendary Maida Vale Studios.
Director:David Hunter
Music: The 大象传媒 Symphony Orchestra, leader Steven Bryant, Conductor Timothy Brock, Producer Ann McKay.
Singers: Genevieve Hamilton, Amanda Morrison, Julia Batchelor-Wlash, Jonathan English, Daniel Auchincloss and William Gaunt.
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Neil Brand's adaptation 'honours the magic of the book'.
Duration: 00:53
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Badger 'is a bit of a know it all'. Philip Jackson on his role.
Duration: 00:40
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Toad is 'arrogant & a bit annoying'. Stephen Mangan on his role.
Duration: 00:24
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Toad | Stephen Mangan |
| Mole | Claire Skinner |
| Badger | Philip Jackson |
| Rat | Carl Prekopp |
| Otter | Patrick Brennan |
| Bargee | Liza Sadovy |
| Judge | Paul Stonehouse |
| Writer | Neil Brand |
Broadcast
- Sat 16 Feb 2013 14:30大象传媒 Radio 4
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