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2. Success and Sorrow

Episode 2 of 5

When tragedy strikes - the young clown seeks consolation in making others laugh with a new character. Read by Kenneth Cranham.

Just as the young clown finds happiness with a new wife - his manager's daughter Maria - tragedy strikes for Joseph Grimaldi.

He seeks consolation in making others laugh with a new creation - the pantomime clown Joey - complete with white face, blood-red mouth and blackened brows......

Andrew McConnell Stott's story of the life of one of Britain's greatest comedians

Abridged by Viv Beeby

Read by Kenneth Cranham.

Producer: Justine Willett

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2009.

15 minutes

Last on

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BBC Radio 4 Extra

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