The Museum Attendant

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Overview

Michael Abbensetts’ first play for TV is a powerful, funny and shocking exposé of the racism faced by a black museum attendant in his place of work.

Cast: David Battley, Joseph Greig, Horace James, Kwesi Kay, Bill Mills, more

Director: Derek Bennett

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The Museum Attendant

Overview

Cast

David Battley

Joseph Greig

Horace James

Kwesi Kay

Bill Mills

Robin Parkinson

Tony Selby

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