The Duchess of Malfi & The White Devil: 2 BBC Radio 4 Full-Cast Productions

The BBC Radio Full-Cast Drama Collection is a must-have for any drama enthusiast! This comprehensive collection includes two of John Webster's most renowned plays, The Duchess of Malfi and The White Devil, along with two insightful documentaries that delve into the historical context and life of the mysterious author. Experience the visceral production of The Duchess of Malfi, intercut with Jimi Hendrix and Laura Marling's music, as it moves from gentle romanticism to darkest cruelty.

Pippa Nixon shines as the titular character in this gripping drama. In The White Devil, Shaun Dingwall stars as Brachiano, a man who falls violently in love with married Vittoria Corombona and will stop at nothing to possess her.

This radical reinterpretation of Webster's bloodthirsty tragedy takes place in a murky 1950s underworld of shifting alliances, betrayals, and sudden violence. Listen as Michael Billington talks to acclaimed actresses Eleanor Bron and Juliet Stevenson about The Duchess of Malfi and its relevance today, and hear their experiences playing the lead role. Don't miss out on this incredible collection of John Webster's works! Order now and immerse yourself in the world of Elizabethan drama.