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A View From the Stanza

Sir Ralph Stanza's Letter from SalfordSeries 2
Episode 4 of 6

Ralphie advises his student Bob that comedy is the 'foot and mouth' of poetry. Stars James Quinn with Tony Melody. From May 2003.

Greater Manchester’s Poet in Residence for Salford, Sir Ralph Stanza bases himself at a local football club.

Featuring a special guest appearance by veteran BBC radio star - Mr. Higginbottom in The Clitheroe Kid – Tony Melody.

Written by and starring James Quinn.

With:
Alison Darling
Neil Bell
Jemma Thompson
Mark Chatterton

Produced in Manchester by Graham Frost.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in May 2003.

15 minutes

Last on

Tue 3 Jun 202522:45
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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