Terence Rattigan The Browning Version


Read by Sir John Gielgud

(5 stars; 4 reviews)

Experience Terence Rattigan's poignant play, 'The Browning Version', as it was performed on the BBC Home Service on September 30, 1957. This adaptation features the remarkable talents of Sir John Gielgud and Angela Baddeley, bringing to life the story of Andrew Crocker-Harris, a teacher facing retirement and personal turmoil.

As Andrew grapples with his impending divorce, a young schoolboy presents him with an unexpected parting gift that offers a chance for redemption. The performance captures the emotional depth and complexity of Rattigan's writing, which first graced the London stage in 1948.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

Chapters

The Browning Version 52:25

Reviews

Superb!


(5 stars)

Another gem from radioannouncer. For those unacquainted with the play allow for a slowish start and let its wonders wash over you. Rattigan may be out of fashion but that doesn’t stop his work being excellent and this production is outstanding.

Thank you!


What adds to this production to me is star power, though understated. It was produced during a very different era in British Radio. Many thanks!