Shakespeare and St. George

Alternative title

St. George for Merrie England

Synopsis

Radio programme commemorating Shakespeare’s birth. The programme is introduced by Basil Dean. John Drinkwater talks about the Shakespeare Memorial Theatre, Milton Rosmer recites John of Gaunt’s Speech from Richard II; Lilian Baylis gives a speech on "Shakespeare and St. George"; the London Radio Players perform King Lear (IV vi) and King John (V vii); Leonard Gowings (tenor) sings various Shakespeare songs; with musical interludes by the BBC Wireless Orchestra and Chorus.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Availability

No copy extant

Subjects

Drama; Music

Keywords

Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Credits

Writer

William Shakespeare

Contributor

Basil Dean; John Drinkwater; Lilian Baylis

Cast

Edmund Willard
Henry Oscar
Howard Rose
Michael Hogan
Milton Rosmer
Philip Wade
Tristan Rawson
Wilfrid Walter

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)