Hamlet

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

Transmission details

21 Apr 1949 at 20:30 (Channel: ABC)

Duration

24 mins

Availability

No archive copy found (2007)

Credits

Director

Benton Friedley

Contributor

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

Cast

Laurence Olivier

Hamlet

Additional Details

Production type

Other

Plays

Hamlet

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William

Production Company

Name

American National Theater and Academy

Sponsor

Name

U.S. Army Air Corps Recruiting Service