Howard Brenton's play, written for television, examines terrorism and the state's complex relationship with it and language surrounding it.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Michael N. HarbourMartin | Martin |
 Rosalind AyresJoan | Joan |
 Julian CurryRafferty | Rafferty |
| EEdmond BennettSir Robert | Sir Robert |
 Donald SumpterJohnny | Johnny |
| DDavid DelveStudent | Student |
| PPatricia LeventonDinner Guest (as Petricia Leventon) | Dinner Guest (as Petricia Leventon) |
| CClifford NorgateDinner Guest | Dinner Guest |
| JJohn BeardmoreDinner Guest | Dinner Guest |