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Stephen Wakelam - Waiting for the Boatman
4 Extra Debut. The infamous painter Caravaggio is missing. Can his former apprentice find him in Naples? Stars David Tennant and Anton Lesser.
By Stephen Wakelam
The painter Mario Minniti has travelled to Naples to seek out his old friend and former mentor Caravaggio. But on arrival, the great painter is nowhere to be found. In a bid to track him down, Mario retraces Caravaggio's last known movements. His search reveals a life lived dangerously.
Directed by Sasha Yevtushenko.
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Fri 14 Oct 201621:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Mario Minniti | David Tennant |
| Piero | Anton Lesser |
| Abraham Vinck | Peter Hamilton-Dyer |
| Cecco | Joe Dempsie |
| Marchesa di Colonna | Tracy Wiles |
| Guard | Harry Livingstone |
| Director | Sasha Yevtushenko |
| Writer | Stephen Wakelam |
Broadcasts
Fri 16 Mar 201214:15BBC Radio 4- Mon 7 Apr 201414:15BBC Radio 4
- Fri 14 Oct 201611:15BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 14 Oct 201621:15BBC Radio 4 Extra
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