Episodes
| Episode | First Broadcast | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | 20160104 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. Original music by Jon Nicholls Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. Adaptation of Toni Morrison's seminal novel about ghosts, slavery and terrible secrets. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 02 | 20160105 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. 124 Bluestone Road, the house Sethe has lived in with her daughter Denver since she escaped slavery, has long been haunted by a baby ghost. For years, both mother and daughter have tried to discover what it wants. Original music by Jon Nicholls Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. The spirit of a murdered child haunts 124 Bluestone Road, the home of former slave Sethe. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 03 | 20160106 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. Paul D's arrival at 124 Bluestone Road had the effect of ridding the house of the ghost that had haunted it for years. But he's about to discover that any sense of victory he might have, will be short-lived. Original music by Jon Nicholls Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. Paul D's arrival has rid the house of the ghost that had haunted it for years. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 04 | 20160107 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. The residents of 124 Bluestone Road return from a day trip to the Cincinnati fair to discover a young woman collapsed outside their home. They feed her and allow her to convalesce and yet the mysterious visitor reveals very little about herself, other than her name, Beloved. Original music by Jon Nicholls Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. The residents of 124 Bluestone Road discover a young woman collapsed outside their home. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 05 | 20160108 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. A young woman calling herself Beloved has arrived and stayed at One Twenty-Four Bluestone Road, and her hold, on each of its residents, has strengthened day by day. Original music by Jon Nicholls Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. Beloved's hold on the residents of 124 Bluestone Road strengthens day by day. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 06 | 20160111 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. When Sethe welcomed him into her house, Paul D. thought that life had thrown him a second chance. But then Beloved arrived and he was unable to resist her advances. Now he must steady himself to face the consequences. Original music by Jon Nicholls Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. When Beloved arrives at 124 Bluestone Road, Paul D is unable to resist her advances. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 07 | 20160112 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. Paul D. learns about what happened eighteen years ago when Schoolteacher, the man who ran the farm where Sethe was a slave, arrived at 124 Bluestone Road and attempted to reclaim Sethe and her children. The drama is true to the novel's uncompromising depiction of this event, portraying the violent horror and brutality of slavery. Original music by Jon Nicholls Singing arranged by Dominique Le Gendre Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. Paul D learns what happened when Schoolteacher attempted to reclaim Sethe and her children Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 08 | 20160113 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. Paul D. left 124 Bluestone Road after learning about the terrible events of Sethe's past. Now only the women remain in the house, and Sethe is not the only one about to discover the nature of the bond that binds them together. Original music by Jon Nicholls Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. After Paul D's departure, only the women remain in the house at 124 Bluestone Road. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 09 | 20160114 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. Only women remain at the house at 124 Bluestone Road and their isolation is becoming dangerous. Original music by Jon Nicholls Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. Only women remain at the Bluestone Road house, and their isolation is becoming dangerous. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |
| 10 | 20160115 | By Toni Morrison Adapted by Patricia Cumper Toni Morrison's seminal 1987 novel about a haunted house in the era that followed the abolition of slavery in the United States is adapted for radio for the first time. Toni Morrison's masterpiece melds horror and poetry as it tells the story of Sethe, a woman who escaped slavery by crossing the Ohio river, but who, eighteen years later, is still not free. The women's isolation at One Twenty-Four Bluestone Road has put them all in peril, and Denver has decided to seek help from the community. After that, news spread like wildfire; news that the ghost of Sethe's other daughter, who she chose to kill rather than allow to be bonded back into slavery, has come back to reap her revenge. Original music by Jon Nicholls Singing arranged by Dominique Le Gendre Sound design by Caleb Knightley Director: Sasha Yevtushenko. News spreads that the ghost of Sethe's murdered daughter has returned to reap revenge. Classic and contemporary original drama and book dramatisations |