Shakespeare’s Heroes: Othello

Synopsis

Sixth 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 Donald Sinden is interviewed about his approach to the part of Othello.

Series

Shakespeare’s Heroes

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Recording date

10 Sep 1979

Transmission details

15 Dec 1979 at 04:30 (Channel: BBC World Service)

Duration

15 mins

Availability

Unknown

Credits

Contributor

Michael Billington

Cast

Donald Sinden

Othello

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Plays

Othello

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