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Anne Blake

Anne Blake

Written by: John Westland Marston
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 Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Wales, this captivating 1854 drama by Westland Marston immerses listeners in the Romantic spirit of the early Victorian era. Anne Blake, a proud and spirited orphan, finds herself at the mercy of her disdainful aunt and uncle, Sir Joshua and Lady Toppington. Their relentless efforts to tear her away from her beloved Thorold, a charming visiting artist, unveil a web of secrets and deception. When Anne discovers the truth about Thorolds identity, her anger and wounded pride threaten to unravel the very love she holds dear. Will their bond endure the trials that lie ahead? - Summary by Kelly Taylor
Cast List Sir Joshua Toppington - Alan Mapstone, Thorold - HelloCentral, Llaniston - Tomas Peter, Jilliot - Craig Franklin, Servant - Andrew Gaunce, Lady Toppington - Wendy Katz Hiller, Anne Blake - Kelly S. Taylor, Lloyd - dc Davies, Laurie - Banza, Stage Directions - James R. HedrickCopyright Culture and Heritage classics
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  • 005 - Act V

    005 - Act V
    Feb 17 2026
    Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Wales, this captivating 1854 drama by Westland Marston immerses listeners in the Romantic spirit of the early Victorian era. Anne Blake, a proud and spirited orphan, finds herself at the mercy of her disdainful aunt and uncle, Sir Joshua and Lady Toppington. Their relentless efforts to tear her away from her beloved Thorold, a charming visiting artist, unveil a web of secrets and deception. When Anne discovers the truth about Thorolds identity, her anger and wounded pride threaten to unravel the very love she holds dear. Will their bond endure the trials that lie ahead? - Summary by Kelly Taylor
    Cast List Sir Joshua Toppington - Alan Mapstone, Thorold - HelloCentral, Llaniston - Tomas Peter, Jilliot - Craig Franklin, Servant - Andrew Gaunce, Lady Toppington - Wendy Katz Hiller, Anne Blake - Kelly S. Taylor, Lloyd - dc Davies, Laurie - Banza, Stage Directions - James R. Hedrick
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    15 mins
  • 004 - Act Iv

    004 - Act Iv
    Feb 17 2026
    Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Wales, this captivating 1854 drama by Westland Marston immerses listeners in the Romantic spirit of the early Victorian era. Anne Blake, a proud and spirited orphan, finds herself at the mercy of her disdainful aunt and uncle, Sir Joshua and Lady Toppington. Their relentless efforts to tear her away from her beloved Thorold, a charming visiting artist, unveil a web of secrets and deception. When Anne discovers the truth about Thorolds identity, her anger and wounded pride threaten to unravel the very love she holds dear. Will their bond endure the trials that lie ahead? - Summary by Kelly Taylor
    Cast List Sir Joshua Toppington - Alan Mapstone, Thorold - HelloCentral, Llaniston - Tomas Peter, Jilliot - Craig Franklin, Servant - Andrew Gaunce, Lady Toppington - Wendy Katz Hiller, Anne Blake - Kelly S. Taylor, Lloyd - dc Davies, Laurie - Banza, Stage Directions - James R. Hedrick
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    13 mins
  • 003 - Act Iii

    003 - Act Iii
    Feb 17 2026
    Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Wales, this captivating 1854 drama by Westland Marston immerses listeners in the Romantic spirit of the early Victorian era. Anne Blake, a proud and spirited orphan, finds herself at the mercy of her disdainful aunt and uncle, Sir Joshua and Lady Toppington. Their relentless efforts to tear her away from her beloved Thorold, a charming visiting artist, unveil a web of secrets and deception. When Anne discovers the truth about Thorolds identity, her anger and wounded pride threaten to unravel the very love she holds dear. Will their bond endure the trials that lie ahead? - Summary by Kelly Taylor
    Cast List Sir Joshua Toppington - Alan Mapstone, Thorold - HelloCentral, Llaniston - Tomas Peter, Jilliot - Craig Franklin, Servant - Andrew Gaunce, Lady Toppington - Wendy Katz Hiller, Anne Blake - Kelly S. Taylor, Lloyd - dc Davies, Laurie - Banza, Stage Directions - James R. Hedrick
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    19 mins
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