Ben Travers - The Dippers

If only Stella and Henry had realised that they were both going to be in Coombe Puddy.

If only Henry hadn't missed his train home.

If only he hadn't reluctantly agreed to impersonate a 'professional' dancer.

If only the dancer's wife hadn't been quite so lovely

And if only Stella hadn't caught him in the bedroom of this creature...

Ben Travers' comic novel, first published in 1920.

Starring Michael Williams and Judi Dench.

A classic British farce dramatised by Peter King.

Henry Talboyes - Michael Williams

Stella Tavistock - Judi Dench

Lord Mellingham - Freddie Jones

Pauline Dipper - Melinda Walker

Hank Dipper - Colin Stinton

Band leader - John Samson

Agent - Norman Bird

Peter - Stephen Rashbrook

Wattle - Trevor Nichols

Helen Monk - Dorcas Morgan

Minnie - Polly James

Cowman - William Simons

Party Guest - Eva Stuart

Party Guest - Diana Olson

Music composed and played by David Chilton and Nick Russell-Pavier

Director: Peter King

A solicitor ends up demonstrating a new dance at a prestigious ball.

How does a meek solicitor end up demonstrating a new dance at a prestigious ball? Stars Michael Williams and Judi Dench.

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