Richard II

Synopsis

Two-part reworking of Shakespeare’s Richard II. Adapted for radio by Peter Thomson and directed by Lucy Hackney. No further information known.

Series

Play of the Week (BBC World Service)

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Transmission details

15 Feb 1997 at 10:30 (Channel: BBC World Service)

Duration

120 (total running time)

Availability

Unknown

Credits

Director

Lucy Hackney

Writer

William Shakespeare

Adaptor for Radio

Peter Thomson

Additional Details

Production type

Television and Radio Drama

Plays

Richard II

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

History

Originally broadcast in two 60-minute slots on 15/02/1997 and 16/02/1997 as part of the ‘History of British Theatre’ season celebrating 600 years of theatre from Britain.

Production Company

Name

BBC World Service