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John Steinbeck - The Pearl
Dramatisation of John Steinbeck's novella by Donna Franceschild.
A captivating and atmospheric parable set in a small Mexican fishing village about the greatest pearl ever found and the tragic impact its discovery has on one young family.
Director: Kirsty Williams.
Last on
Tue 11 Oct 201621:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Gary Lewis |
| Kino | Kyle McPhail |
| Juana | Hannah Donaldson |
| Juan Tomas | Robin Laing |
| Apolonia | Claire Knight |
| Doctor | Simon Tait |
| Coyotito | Daniel Smith |
| Actor | Simon Donaldson |
| Actor | Nick Underwood |
| Author | John Steinbeck |
| Adaptor | Donna Franceschild |
| Director | Kirsty Williams |
Broadcasts
Fri 3 Feb 201214:15BBC Radio 4- Thu 11 Sep 201414:15BBC Radio 4
- Tue 11 Oct 201611:15BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Tue 11 Oct 201621:15BBC Radio 4 Extra
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