Ep 5. The Revolt - Listen - Miriam and Youssef

Ep 5. The Revolt

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1936. Arabs declare a general strike and a dangerous armed uprising begins, while Miriam finds herself drawn to take more direct action against the British. The epic drama continues. Written by Steve Waters CAST Miriam: Shani Erez Youssef: Amir El-Masry Yehoshua: Philip Arditti Zahra: Lara Sawalha Harry Lister: Blake Ritson Mahmoud: Daniel Rabin McMasters: Neil McCaul Other parts played by Sargon Yelda, Hasan Dixon and members of the cast Original music: Glenn Sharp Sound design: Caleb Knightley Produced by Radio Drama London for BBC World Service

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