Hadrian's Beard - The Penny Dreadfuls Present: Hadrian's Beard
The Penny Dreadfuls tell the story of Emperor Hadrian and his bonkers idea to build a wall across an entire nation (who would do that!?!).
Further details
The subject of this year's play is the story of Emperor Hadrian and his bonkers idea to build a wall across an entire nation (who would do that!?!). Hadrian's story is one that has left a lasting legacy upon The British Isles.
Under Hadrian's predecessor, the Roman Empire underwent an unprecedented period of invasion and expansion, so the newly appointed Emperor Hadrian sees the need for a change. A defensive man, both emotionally and strategically, he decides to not be the conqueror but to protect what they've acquired, before they lose the lot. Hadrian embarks on an epic tour of the provinces to personally oversee the protection of their borders.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Saturday 31st August 2019
- Time
- 2:45pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 45 minutes
- Recorded
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- Friday 10th May 2019 at BBC Radio Theatre
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