Calls From Far Away by Katherine Soper
4 Extra Debut. An unexpected discovery on Pluto promises to have profound ramifications back down on Earth. Stars Maimie McCoy.
Katherine Soper’s science fiction drama delves into humanity’s capacity to come together after a moment of great change.
An unexpected discovery on Pluto promises to have profound ramifications back down on Earth. Freelance journalist, Jodie, finds herself in the right place at the right time when the discovery is made - her life is set to be turned upside down.
Katherine Soper’s debut stage play, Wish List, won the prestigious Bruntwood Prize for Playwrighting.
Jodie ….. Maimie McCoy
Leo ….. Tom Glenister
Young Leo ….. Bertie Cresswell
Ted ….. Jonathan Forbes
Elliott ….. Chloë Sommer
Lorelei ….. Joanna Monro
News presenter ….. Tom Kiteley
Scientists ….. Ruth Everett and Roger Ringrose
Sound design: Alison Craig
Director: Gemma Jenkins
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2022.
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Tue 20 Sep 2022 14:15BBC Radio 4- Thu 29 May 2025 14:15BBC Radio 4 FM
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