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3. A Kindred Spirit

Episode 3 of 5

Anne meets a kindred spirit, and gets cooking with unfortunate results. Stars Barbara Barnes, Susan Engel and Sean Baker.

The adventures of Anne continue as a new teacher arrives in town and Anne bakes an unfortunate cake.

The classic tale of a young orphan girl’s struggles and joys as she settles into a Canadian farming community in the late 19th century.

Written by Lucy Maud Montgomery and first published in 1908.

Dramatised by Marcy Kahan

Anne …. Barbara Barnes
Diana …. Joanne MacInnes
Marilla …. Susan Engel
Matthew …. Sean Baker
Gilbert …. Robert Harper
Mr Philips / Mr Barry …. Kim Wall
Miss Stacy …. Adjoa Andoh
Mrs Blewett …. Shirley Dixon
Rachel …. Ann Beach
Mrs Spencer …. Janet Maw
Ruby …. Sarah Wateridge
Josie …. Colleen Prendergast

Director: Sally Avens

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 1997.

30 minutes

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Wednesday15:00
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