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Michael is in England after swapping his apartment with Englishman Simon. Brian wants a baby with Mary Ann. Stars Jos Slovick. From July 2014.

Babycakes by Armistead Maupin, part of the Tales of the City series. Set in the era following the free sex and love counter culture. Following the death from AIDS of his partner, Michael is in England having swapped his flat with Englishman Simon who arrived on the Royal yacht Britannia. Brian wants a baby with Mary Ann.

Dramatised by Bryony lavery.
Directed in Salford by Susan Roberts.

15 minutes

Last on

Thu 25 Jan 2018 02:30

Credits

Role Contributor
Mary Ann Laurel Lefkow
Mrs Madrigal Kate Harper
Michael Jos Slovick
Brian Simon Lee Phillips
Miss Treves Amanda Hale
Simon Kieran Hodgson
Wilfred Damian Lynch
Director Susan Roberts
Adaptor Bryony Lavery
Author Armistead Maupin
Producer Susan Roberts

Broadcasts

  • Wed 16 Jul 2014 10:45
  • Wed 16 Jul 2014 19:45
  • Wed 24 Jan 2018 14:30
  • Thu 25 Jan 2018 02:30

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