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The struggles of a Dublin theatrical costumier. The local nun's drama group offers hope. Stars Pauline McLynn. From 1998.

A rundown Dublin theatrical costumier is struggling to come to terms with modern working practices.

When an order comes in from a local nun's drama group, it leads to a mix-up with the Gaiety Theatre's opera production.

The opening episode of Christopher Fitz-Simon's five-part comedy.

Dessie Doyle ...... David Kelly
Violet Doyle ...... Pauline McLynn
Antony Gogan ...... Eugene O'Brien
Mr McNamara ...... Frank Kelly
Sister Accumulata ...... Doreen Keogh
Mr Hornibrooks ...... Mark Mulholland
P.J Clohessy ...... Derry Power

Music played by John Trotter.

Directed at 大象传媒 Belfast by Roland Jaquarello.

First broadcast on 大象传媒 Radio 4 in September 1998.

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