Learning on ScreenWorld of Shakespeare, The
- Synopsis
- Documentary. Attempts to recreate Elizabethan times to gain insight into Shakespeare’s life and personality.The programme, hosted by Willis F. Woods, was videotaped on location at the Detroit Institute of Arts during the Institute’s ‘World of Shakespeare’ exhibition in 1964. It uses historic documents, maps, furniture, books and clothing along with narration and scene readings to illuminate the Elizabethan age. Actors reading parts offscreen are Paul Scofield, John Gielgud, Richard Burton, Albert Finney, Claire Bloom, Rex Harrison, Margaret Leighton and Trevor Howard.
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Medium
- Television
- Technical information
- Colour / Sound
- Transmission details
- 1964 (Channel: WXYZ, Local)
- Duration
- 27 mins
Credits
- Director
- Peter Strand
- Contributor
- Willis F. Woods
- Cast
Albert Finney Claire Bloom John Gielgud Margaret Leighton Paul Scofield Rex Harrison Richard Burton Trevor Howard
Additional Details
- Production type
- Documentary/Educational/News
- Subjects
- Drama
- Keywords
- history of the 16th century; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)
Notes
- History
- Transmission date not known but broadcast in 1964.
Production Company
- Name
WXYZ-TV
Archive
- Name
Peabody Awards Collection Archives
- Phone
- 706 542 7360
- Fax
- 706 542 4144
- Address
- Media Department
University of Georgia Libraries
Athens
GA 30602
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