The Doctor Blake Mysteries

While confined to his home as he recuperates from serious injuries, Blake remains determined to work. He probes the fatal incident involving a teenage girl discovered in the dressing‑room during a debutante ball, seeking to uncover what happened and bring closure to her family.

First Dance is an episode‑style programme that falls within the broader category of television drama. It is presented as a self‑contained instalment, rather than a serial, and the format is that of a single episode. The title suggests a focus on a particular event, and the piece is classified simply as a programme of the “episode” genre. The central narrative follows a character called Blake, who finds himself confined to his home while he recuperates from injuries. Despite being housebound, Blake takes it upon himself to look into a troubling incident that occurred at a debutante ball. The mystery centres on the death of a teenage girl, whose body was discovered in the dressing‑room of the formal gathering. Blake’s investigation proceeds from his home, as he pieces together what might have happened despite his physical limitations. Even though Blake is limited by his recovery, he remains determined to uncover the truth behind the girl’s death. The setting of the debutante ball and the specific location of the dressing‑room provide the backdrop for his enquiry. By staying within his house, Blake demonstrates a willingness to pursue the case, showing that his investigative drive persists regardless of his condition.