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Robert Forrest's popular thriller set in 10th-century Japan. The Emperor breaks with all rules of palace etiquette to be with his beloved Empress Teishi.
Robert Forrest's popular thriller set in 10th century Japan.
The Empress Teishi is gravely ill following the delivery of her daughter. Flouting all convention and etiquette, the Emperor enters the Empress's chamber to be with his beloved.
The Pillow Book is inspired by the writings of Sei Shonagon, a poet and lady-in-waiting to the Empress of the 10th Century Japanese court.
Written by Robert Forrest.
Directed by Lu Kemp.
A ±«Óãtv Scotland Production for Radio 4.
Last on
Wed 15 Aug 2018
19:45
±«Óãtv Radio 4
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Shonagon | Ruth Gemmell |
| Yukinari | Cal MacAninch |
| The Emperor | Paul Ready |
| Empress Teishi | Laura Rees |
| Writer | Robert Forrest |
| Director | Lu Kemp |
Broadcasts
- Wed 15 Aug 2018 10:41±«Óãtv Radio 4
- Wed 15 Aug 2018 19:45±«Óãtv Radio 4