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Shakespeare and His England

Synopsis
A radio anthology on the English setting and English character as portrayed in the plays of Shakespeare. Includes performances by Abraham Sofaer, Cherry Cottrell, and others. With commentary by G. H. W. Rylands, who also compiled this programme.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Radio
Transmission details
21 Apr 1947 at 22:00 (Channel: BBC Third Programme)
Duration
45 mins
Availability
No archive copy traced

Credits

Producer
Douglas Cleverdon
Contributor
George Rylands
Cast
Abraham Sofaer 
Anthony Eustrel 
Cherry Cottrell 
Max Adrian 

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Keywords
Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); national identity

Notes

Notes
The Times issue of that week lists this production for transmission on 20 April 1947 at 20:00.
General
Rehearsals took place from 20/4/1947-21/4/1947
History
Part of a week of programmes devoted to Shakespeare’s birthday.
Textual information
A script of this play is held in the BBC Written Archives Centre, Caversham, Reading.
Reviews
Source: Radio Times

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

Record Stats

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