John Rooney The World Will Thank Me

John Rooney

The World Will Thank Me is a captivating play by John Rooney that delves into the profound love the Irish poet W.B. Yeats had for Maud Gonne. Throughout the years, Yeats proposed to her repeatedly, yet she consistently turned him down.

The production features performances by Caitriona Hinds and Amanda Maguire, with music composed and played by Neil Martin alongside Paul Schumann. Directed by Pam Brighton, this piece aired on BBC Radio 4 FM, bringing a rich narrative to life.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.