The Hours

This BBC radio adaptation of Michael Cunningham's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, inspired by Virginia Woolf's Mrs Dalloway, explores the intertwined lives of three women across different eras and locations. Set in Richmond in 1923, Los Angeles in 1949, and New York in the 1990s, their stories reflect shared themes of storytelling, love, loss, and social rituals, all linked by their connection to Woolf's work. Adapted by Frances Byrnes and featuring an acclaimed cast, this poignant drama showcases the timeless relevance of Woolf's narrative while delving into the complexities of women's lives through the ages.