Stephen Fry narrates as Rose and Ryo hope their virtual romance may be special. Meanwhile, Rose plans her best friend’s internet wedding, and Ryo supports friends struggling through the Covid pandemic. Then there’s tragedy.

Narrator: Stephen Fry

Cast:

Rose: Anoushka Lucas
Ryo: Martin Sarreal
Alyssa: Nicole Deon
Kenji: Kevin Chen
Hiromi: Michelle Yumiko Payne

Book: Simon Pitts and Theo Jamieson
Music and lyrics: Theo Jamieson
Music production: Steve Levine
Animation producer/director: Dan Masterton
Orchestra: BBC Philharmonic
Choir: Kantos Chamber Choir
Conductor: Melvin Tay

Executive producer: Simon Pitts

A Magnum Opus Broadcasting and The Mighty Pie Creative Studio production for the BBC World Service