Radio 4’s 10-part story of a fantasy city,starring Alexander Siddig, is inspired by the Arabian NightsThe success of HBOs Game of Thrones has seen broadcasters rush to bring viewers stories on the same epic scale: The final Kingdom is reaching its climax on BBC2, or a fresh take on Beowulf is coming to ITV next year,and a retelling of the legend of Troy is in the works.
Now radio is getting in on the act, as an ambitious series blends politics and adventure and promises to give the devious citizens of Westeros a hasten for their money in the danger stakes. It even stars Alexander Siddig, and who appeared as Game of Throne’s subtle and scheming Doran Martell.
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Source: theguardian.com