Return Journey to the Old Vic

Synopsis

Radio programme presented by Farquharson Small on the history of the Old Vic Theatre, its two female managers, Emma Cons (acting manager 1898-1912) and Lilian Baylis (manager 1912-37), and producer-director Tyron Guthrie. The programme includes personal recollections from people who knew Baylis well, such as Evelyn Williams (secretary), Dame Sybil Thorndike (actress), and Harcourt Williams (producer). The programme is illustrated by recorded Shakespeare performances from reknowned members of the Old Vic Company, including Ralph Richardson, Laurence Olivier, and Peggy Ashcroft.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Availability

No archive copy known

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

theatre history; Baylis, Lilian; Cons, Emma; Theatre management; Old Vic Theatre

Credits

Producer

W. Farquharson Small

Writer

W. Farquharson Small

Contributor

Edith Evans; Harcourt Williams; Ivor Brown; John Gielgud; Laurence Olivier; Olga Lindo; Peggy Ashcroft; Ralph Richardson; Richard Ainley; Sybil Thorndike; Tyrone Guthrie

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)