Lying Low

English · Radio

Lying Low is a captivating play by Stephen Wakelam that delves into the enigmatic three-week stay of Samuel Beckett in Folkestone during March 1961. The story unfolds as Beckett checks into a quiet hotel under a pseudonym, where he forms a bond with Janet, a part-time hotel worker studying for her French A-level. Their friendship, sparked by a shared interest in an Agatha Christie novel, presents Janet with a moral dilemma that she must navigate.

This clever blend of fact and fantasy is inspired by Beckett's desire for privacy before marrying his long-term partner, Suzanne Deschevaux-Dumesnil. The play features a talented cast, including Adrian Dunbar as Samuel Beckett and Charlotte Beaumont as Young Janet, bringing this intriguing narrative to life.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.