This audiobook features a full-cast production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, where a group of soldiers returns from battle, only for one soldier to find himself in a comedic battle of wits and romance. Beatrice and Benedick, along with Hero and Claudio, navigate love amidst the interference of their friends, leading to life-altering consequences.

Starring David Tennant as Benedick and Samantha Spiro as Beatrice, with Chiwetel Ejiofor and Emilia Fox as Claudio and Hero, this production includes performances from Maxine Peake and Julian Rhind-Tutt. The series is enriched by introductions from Richard Eyre, former Director of the Royal National Theatre, showcasing a unique heritage in BBC radio’s adaptation of Shakespeare for modern audiences.