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6. Johnnie Learns the Truth

The angelic Peter Claire finds love as he practices in a field of sheep. Narrated by Nicholas Farrell and Sian Thomas.

The angelic Peter Claire and the other musicians practise outside for the Ambassador's concert.

Sitting in a field of sheep, Peter falls in love at first sight...

Life around the Danish court in the 17th century, is revealed in all its tempestuousness, ion and frustration.

Novel by Rose Tremain

Adapted by Penny Leicester

Narrated by Nicholas Farrell and Sian Thomas

Kirsten Munk .... s Barber
sca .... Stella Gonet
Emilia .... Eleanor Tremain
King .... David Timson
Peter .... Robert Harper
Queen .... Elizabeth Bell

Producer Di Speirs

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in June 2000.

Release date:

15 minutes

Broadcasts

  • Monday 08:45
  • Monday 13:45
  • Monday 19:45
  • Tuesday 03:45