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Break in the Sun
Created by Bernard Ashley
Starring Nicola Cowper, Brian Hall
Country of origin United Kingdom
No. of episodes 6
Production
Running time 25 minutes
Release
Original network BBC1
Original release 11 February (1981-02-11) – 18 March 1981 (1981-03-18)

Break in the Sun was a British television show made by the BBC in 1981. This drama series told an important story for young viewers. It was shown in six parts, each about 25 minutes long.

The Story of Break in the Sun

The show was about a young girl named Patsy, played by Nicola Cowper. Patsy was going through a tough time at home. She decides to run away from her stepfather, played by Brian Hall. Her goal was to travel all the way back to her mother's old home in Margate. This made the series quite different from other children's shows at the time.

Who Created the Show?

The story for Break in the Sun was written by Bernard Ashley. He is a well-known author, especially for his children's books. The music for the show was also special. The main theme song, called "Reflections," was written by John Renbourn. He was a famous musician.

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