Black Chiffon

Summary: 1953 BBC live studio production of Lesley Storm’s drama Black Chiffon.
Theatre play: Black Chiffon by Lesley Storm [more information]
Play synopsis: 'On the eve of her beloved son’s society wedding, the highly respected Alicia Christie makes one defiant criminal gesture - a cry for help - when she steals a black chiffon nightdress from a reputable department store. This play is a psychological study of a woman driven finally to the edge due to the cumulative stresses and strains placed upon her by her demanding and divided family.' Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Chiffon.
Production history: 'Starring Flora Robson, the play premiered at the Westminster Theatre in London’s West End on 3 May 1949, running for over 400 performances. The play debuted on Broadway on 27 September 1950 and ran until 13 January 1951, totalling 109 performances.' Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Chiffon.
Date of transmission: Tuesday 13 October 1953
Time: 8.15-9.45pm
Channel: BBC Television
Production company: BBC

Director

Lionel Harris

Producer

Ian Atkins

Playwright

Lesley Storm

Sets / Settings

Barry Learoyd

Cast

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