11 May 1944
The Way of Drama
The Way of Drama unfolds in the world of kabuki in Osaka, but also addresses the politics of popular culture and the rivalry between theatrical styles like those used by amateur actors to dramatise contemporary events.
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Alison Doody Lady Caroline Faye
Michael York Gervaise Warlingham
Benedict Taylor Lord Vane Brecon
Geraldine Chaplin Mrs Miller
Billie Whitelaw Dorcas
Jolyon Baker Lord Stratton
Virginia McKenna Lady Brecon
Beryl Reid Lady Augusta Warlingham
Richard Johnson Lord Belgrave
Jeremy Kemp Lord Milborne
Suzanna Hamilton Harriet Wantage
Babette Barat Maria
Adalberto Maria Merli Grimaldi
John Albasiny Gideon
Tom Adams Magistrate
Andrew Castell Lord Reversby
Roy Boyd Footman
John Savident Rev. Adolphus Wantage
Julie Kate Olivier Cassie Breccon
Conor Chamberlain Annabel
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