Comedy writer and actor Ruth Jones is bringing a brand new six part sitcom to BBC Radio Wales, Splott. Ruth, who has previously co-written and starred in the much-loved sitcom Gavin & Stacey, will write and star in the radio sitcom.
Set for broadcast in February 2018, Splott tells the story of Mandy, a single mother and school cook. The BBC says: “When life gets tough Mandy turns to her bonkers neighbour Val, and her sweet but serial-killer obsessed colleague Kathleen. A passionate, sometimes gung-ho, but big hearted Mandy simply seeks peace, romance and happiness… none of this comes her way without a fight.”
Ruth Jones says: “Let’s be honest, who can’t help but love the name Splott. A name made more loveable by the fact that it’s a real place nestled in the heart of Wales’s capital. I’m so excited to be playing a strong gutsy Cardiffian in what I hope is going to be a refreshingly daft and silly sitcom on Radio Wales.”
Colin Paterson, Editor of Radio Wales, says: “Ruth is one of the biggest comedy talents of her generation; I couldn’t be more pleased that she has agreed to work with Radio Wales.”
Fans of Sky 1 comedy drama Stella, which Ruth also stars in, will have to wait until 2020 for their next fix of the show!
