A Sensation Novel

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Ebeneezer Fudge - writer of melodramatic sensation novels - is disturbed when his characters start coming to life and criticising his preposterous plots. Jonathan Coy stars as WS Gilbert in a series of his short stories. Dramatised by Stephen Wyatt WS Gilbert …. Jonathan Coy Ebenezer Fudge …. John Rowe Demon of Romance …. Nicholas Boulton Lady Rockalda …. Julia Hills Sir Ruthven Glenaloon …. Hugh Dickson Herbert …. Jason Chan Alice Grey …. Wendy Baxter Playwright and humourist, Sir William Schwenck Gilbert (1836-1911) is best known for his comic opera collaborations with Sir Arthur Sullivan, which first captivated audiences across the English-speaking world in the late 19th century. Director: Jenny Stephens First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2004.