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The Heroic Pursuits of Darleen Fyles
Esther Wilson's drama is inspired by a true story. Darleen is a young woman with learning difficulties who occasionally sets fire to things.
The Heroic Pursuits of Darleen Fyles
Esther Wilson's drama is inspired by a true story.
Darleen is a young woman with learning difficulties who has become obsessed with the emergency services and who occasionally sets fire to things. Helen is a volunteer helper trying to help Darleen to rebuild her life, but she too has her own secret reasons for volunteering.
Directed by Pauline Harris.
Last on
Sat 29 Mar 201414:30
BBC Radio 4
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Darleen | Donna Lavin |
| Helen | Claire Rushbrook |
| Jamie | Edmund Davis |
| Treena | Siobhan Finneran |
| Tony | Craig Cheetham |
| Will | Craig Cheetham |
| PC | Craig Cheetham |
| Nurse | Sue Kelly |
| Writer | Esther Wilson |
| Director | Pauline Harris |
Broadcasts
- Fri 22 Feb 200821:00BBC Radio 4
- Sat 29 Mar 201414:30BBC Radio 4
