# Alan and Thora: A BBC Radio Collection

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- Authors: [Alan Bennet](https://www.bookquiver.com/alan-bennet)
- Language: en_GB
- Published: 2004-12-01
- Genres: Plays, playscripts, drama

## Description

Until the time of her death in 2003, much-loved actress Thora Hird worked regularly with the playwright Alan Bennett. Now, in a specially written introduction and postscript, Bennett recalls his work and friendship with Thora, and introduces three examples of their collaboration. In The Last of the Sun , Dolly's remaining days in an old people's home are enlivened by a seemingly respectable man. Recorded in 2002, Thora Hird's last ever performance, in a part written especially for her, is moving and memorable. In A Cream Cracker Under the Settee , Doris has taken a fall at home, and until someone comes to rescue her she's left immobile and in reflective mood. This monologue features one of Thora's best-remembered performances. Waiting for the Telegram sees Violet remembering how she lost her first young man - but she does not see how close she is to losing her second. This heartbreaking piece won Thora Hird huge critical acclaim, and showcases her acting genius.

## Editions

### Alan and Thora: A BBC Radio Collection

- Publisher: bbc_digital_audio
- Medium: audio
- Length: 1 h 35 min
- Narrated by: Alan Bennet, Thora Hird
- ISBN: 978-14-0569-837-5
- Published: 2004-12-01
- Language: en_GB