1. Company & The Cupboard

Available for over a year

Fresh storytelling from first time writers and producers as part of BBC Introducing Arts supported by BBC Arts and Arts Council England. BBC Arts correspondent Rebecca Jones presents two thought-provoking short dramas from the next generation of dramatists. Company by Lucy Walters. Meet Priya, the chirpy, nosy robot assistant who is far more complicated than she looks. A poignant, uplifting take on finding friendship in the unlikeliest of places. Featuring the voices of Jenny Funnell, Esme Scarborough and Sarah Vevers Director: Lucy Walters Sound Designer: Andre Jacquemin Executive Producer: Caroline Raphael The Cupboard by Sophie Diver. It’s a difficult day. Iris is moving out, but where is she? With her family’s misguided attempts to help, she seeks solace in a rather unusual place. A tender story of loss and unlikely comforts. Featuring the voices of Marc Danbury, Jessica Dennis and Barbara Flynn Sound Design: Martyn Harries Composer: Richard Dunn Producers: Anna Campbell and Paul Dodgson A Rural Media Production New Creatives Dramas is presented by Rebecca Jones Producer Paul Dodgson Made for BBC Radio 4 Extra