1. In the Offing

“Everything in life that’s any fun, as somebody wisely observed, is either immoral, illegal or fattening.” PG Wodehouse, Girl in Blue [1970]

Alexander Armstrong attended the special dedication to PG Wodehouse [1881-1975] at Westminster Abbey in September 2019, where sections of this programme were recorded.

Wodehouse was widely regarded as the greatest comic author of the 20th century, and you can enjoy a collection of some his best loved work.

First of a three-part celebration featuring such creations as the feckless Bertie Wooster and his phlegmatic manservant, Jeeves, and many others.

All are brought to life on radio by stars including:

Simon Cadell
Michael Hordern
Richard Briers

We’ll also hear rare interviews and archive along with contributions from fans, friends and family and Part One includes: What Ho Jeeves! - Joy In the Morning: Florence Craye. Trapped in Steeple Bumpleigh, Bertie Wooster meets an old flame. PG Wodehouse romp stars Richard Briers and Michael Hordern.

Celebrating the comic brilliance of PG Wodehouse is a personal passion for presenter Alexander Armstrong, especially as he’s president of the PG Wodehouse Society – which attracts followers from all over the world.

Producer: Stephen Garner

Made for BBC Radio 4 Extra and first broadcast in January 2020.