Dame Harriet Walter, narrator, Sophie Bevan, soprano, Christopher Glynn, piano

Dame Harriet Walter is one of Britain’s most distinguished actors, renowned for her work across theatre, film, and television. A longtime associate of the Royal Shakespeare Company, she has given acclaimed performances in roles ranging from Shakespearean heroines to contemporary drama, earning multiple Olivier Awards and a CBE before being made a Dame in 2018. In recent years she has become widely known to international audiences through major television productions, while continuing to champion poetry and spoken-word performance in recital settings. 

British soprano Sophie Bevan is celebrated for her luminous tone, musical intelligence, and stylistic versatility. Equally at home in opera, concert, and recital repertoire, she has appeared with leading opera houses and orchestras worldwide. Particularly admired for her interpretations of Mozart, Strauss, and English song, she is also a committed recitalist with a deep affinity for art song and collaborative performance. 

Pianist Christopher Glynn is one of the UK’s leading song accompanists, working regularly with many of today’s foremost singers. Known for his sensitivity, scholarly insight, and expressive refinement, he is a frequent presence at major recital halls and festivals. Glynn is also Artistic Director of the Ryedale Festival and a respected broadcaster and writer on song repertoire.