Theatre USA

Synopsis

Anthology drama series. The show, hosted by Alfred Drake, presented scenes, not full texts, and occasionally used a variety show format as in this episode. Includes Laurence Olivier giving a reading from Hamlet.

Series

Theater USA

Language

English

Country

United States

Medium

Radio

Availability

No archive copy found (2007)

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William

Credits

Director

Benton Friedley

Contributor

Alfred Drake; Jo Anne Sayre; Laurence Olivier; Mary Jane Walsh; Phil Silvers; Shirley Booth

Production Company

Name

American National Theater and Academy

Sponsor

Name

U.S. Army Air Corps Recruiting Service