Learning on ScreenSt. George’s Day
- Alternative title
- Shakespeare for Merrie England
- Synopsis
- Radio programme commemorating Shakespeare’s birth. Among the variety of items broadcast is music inspired by Shakespeare’s plays and a performance of King Richard II, Act II, Scene i. After the news at 22:00 the programme closes with J. C. Stobart’s 15-minute talk "Shakespeare for Merrie England".
- Language
- English
- Country
- Great Britain
- Medium
- Radio
- Transmission details
- 23 Apr 1925 at 20:00 (Channel: BBC)
- Duration
- 150 mins
- Availability
- No copy extant
Credits
- Producer
- R. E. Jeffrey
- Writer
- William Shakespeare
- Contributor
- J. C. Stobart
- Cast
Ashton Pearse George Cooke Henry Oscar Joyce Tremayne Tarver Penna
Additional Details
- Production type
- Other
- Plays
- Richard II
- Subjects
- Drama; Music
- Keywords
- Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)
Production Company
- Name
BBC
- Notes
- The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
Record Stats
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