Noel Coward - The Better Half

Broadcast premiere of this comedy of marital manners, written by the young Noel Coward. Recently rediscovered, it was considered too racy for public performance in 1922.

Unhappy Alice encourages husband David and best friend Marion to form a liaison. But Alice may have a hidden agenda.

Alice - Federay Holmes

Marion - Lisa Dillon

David - Samuel West

Directed by Martin Jarvis.

A wife's selflessness may conceal a hidden agenda. Surprisingly modern comedy.

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