The Box in the Attic
Discoveries about his grandfather's past prompt memories for actor Alan Cumming as he continues his moving memoir.
Discoveries about his grandfather's past prompt memories for Alan Cumming.
Deeply moving memoir about the actor's relationship with his father and the mystery of his maternal grandfather.
Written and read by Alan Cumming.
Abridged by Sara Davies.
Producer: Elizabeth Allard
First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in 2014.
Last on
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Alan Cumming |
| Author | Alan Cumming |
| Abridger | Sara Davies |
| Producer | Elizabeth Allard |
Broadcasts
Wed 19 Nov 2014 09:45麻豆社 Radio 4 FM- Thu 20 Nov 2014 00:30麻豆社 Radio 4
- Wed 21 Aug 2019 14:45麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Thu 22 Aug 2019 02:45麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
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