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Orson Welles’s Almanac [26/04/1944]

Synopsis
Radio variety show broadcast only in California, not nationally. This episode includes Welles reading from the last act of Macbeth. The guest star was Carol Landis but she did not participate in any Shakespeare reading.
Series
Orson Welles’s Almanac
Language
English
Country
United States
Medium
Radio
Transmission details
26 Apr 1944 (Channel: CBS)
Duration
30 mins

Credits

Director
Orson Welles
Writer
Bud Pearson; Les White; Lou Quinn
Cast
Orson WellesMacbeth

Additional Details

Production type
Sitcoms/Variety
Plays
As You Like It; Macbeth
Subjects
Drama
Keywords
Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

General
`Orson Welles’ Almanac’ was an attempt to create a show in the mold of the popular variety shows of the time, but with the unique presence of Welles as the main attraction. The series eventually became more of an "entertain the troops" proposition, as later episodes aired from military bases and featured humor geared toward the military audiences. Each show featured a wide variety of entertainment, ranging from broad comedy to musical numbers to readings from sources like Shakespeare and the Bible. In some ways, this show was closer to the original concept behind the ‘Orson Welles Show’ than that show actually ended up being. Guests ranged from Groucho Marx to Charles Laughton to Jimmy Durante, in addition to numerous starlets. Mobil Oil sponsored the show, which ran 26 episodes [wellesnet.com]
History
Available from otr.com as ORSON WELLES’ RADIO ALMANAC

Production Company

Name

CBS Radio

Sponsor

Name

Mobil Oil

Online Retailer

Name

otr.com

Email
order@otr.cat
Web
http://www.otrcat.com External site opens in new window
Address
OTR Cat
PO Box 19234
Lenexa
KS 66285
USA

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