9 May 1916 - Kitty Lumley
The Summer Time Bill is introduced to Parliament, and Kitty and Dieter get to make hay, metaphorically.
On this day in 1916, the Summer Time Bill was introduced to parliament, and Kitty and Dieter get to make hay, metaphorically.
Written by Sarah Daniels
Directed by Jessica Dromgoole
Sound: Martha Littlehailes
SECRET SHAKESPEARE
A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?
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Kitty Lumley
Kitty and Dieter were sweethearts before the war started.
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Kitty Lumley | Ami Metcalf |
| Brother Aloysius | Toby Bryant |
| Dieter Lippke | Felix Auer |
| Effie Taverner | Lizzie Stables |
| Isabel Graham | Keely Beresford |
| Policeman | Nick Underwood |
| Stallholder | Sargon Yelda |
| Writer | Sarah Daniels |
| Director | Jessica Dromgoole |
Broadcast
- Mon 9 May 201612:04BBC Radio 4
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Home Front
Drama serial charting life on the home front during the First World War.
