Poignant comedy drama about British TV's first female comedy star. For over 30 years, Hylda Baker was Britain's biggest comedienne when most comics were men. Show more
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Frankie Takes a Trip
45 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
4 Extra Debut. In 1962, comedian Frankie Howerd tries a controversial, yet legal treatment for his depression - LSD. Starring David Benson. Show more
Drama
Give Dotty a Chance
44 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FM
Comedy by Martyn Hesford. Welsh singer and camp icon Dorothy Squires is living penniless in a caravan when two fans turn up to persuade her to make a comeback. Can she still do it? Show more
1 hour, 19 minutes
Dramatised portrait of the popular comedian, who craved fame and recognition throughout his career but was never comfortable with his own identity. Adapted from Williams's own words. Show more
4 Extra Debut. It is 1964, and with the Carry On films at the height of their popularity, Kenneth Williams bumps into Charles Hawtrey in a London tea room. Starring Adam Godley. Show more
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Martyn Hesford - Mrs Lowry and Son
45 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
4 Extra Debut. An imagining of the impact of an over-bearing, bed-ridden mother on artist LS Lowry. Stars Lynda Baron and Reece Dinsdale. Show more