Theatre Programme [06/02/1948]

Alternative title

Dissecting a Play

Synopsis

A fortnightly theatre review programme. In this episode a panel of experts examines Shakespeare’s tragedy with illustrated extracts. The panel consists of Michael Redgrave, Frank Birch, and Philip Hope-Wallace. Particular reference is made to Norris Houghton’s Macbeth, a current production running at the Aldwych Theatre, Westminster, London with Michael Redgrave in the title-role.

Series

Theatre Programme

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Transmission details

6 Feb 1948 at 21:15 (Channel: BBC Light Programme)

Duration

45 mins

Credits

Editor

Archie Campbell; Peggy Barker

Contributor

Frank Birch; Michael Redgrave; Philip Hope-Wallace

Cast

Michael Redgrave	Macbeth
Ena Burrill	Lady Macbeth

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Plays

Macbeth

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

Notes

For more information about the aims and make-up of the Theatre Programme series, cf. Archie Campbell’s article in Radio Times, 30 January 1948, p. 3.

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)