Shakespeare’s Heroes: Juliet

Synopsis

Second in a seven-part radio series in which Michael Billington asks well-known actors to share their insights on the psychological complexity of the leading figures in Shakespearean tragedies that they have played. In this episode Peggy Ashcroft is interviewed about her approach to the part of Juliet.

Series

Shakespeare’s Heroes

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Recording date

15 Oct 1979

Transmission details

10 Nov 1979 at 04:30 (Channel: BBC World Service)

Duration

15 mins

Availability

Unknown

Credits

Contributor

Michael Billington

Cast

Peggy Ashcroft

Juliet

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Plays

Romeo and Juliet

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

History

The series was transmitted on the BBC Overseas Service from 3/12/1979 to 22/12/1979 in 7 weekly instalments.

Reviews

Source: London Calling, November and December issue, 1979.
BBC Programme Catalogue, http://catalogue.bbc.co.uk/catalogue/infax/ (accessed 3/12/2007).

Production Company

Name

BBC World Service