George Tarry Poppies

George Tarry

Poppies by George Tarry is a gripping tale set in a dystopian future where Britain has lost its democracy. The story follows Peter Dawson, who arrives in London from New York to finalize a deal supplying industrial cleaners to British Nuclear. However, his plans are thwarted by the Public Order Police, known as the 'Poppies'.

This production was directed by Vanessa Whitburn at BBC Pebble Mill and features a talented cast including Peter Marinker, Blain Fairman, and Terry Molloy, among others. Experience this thought-provoking drama that explores themes of power and control in a chillingly plausible future.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.