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Senior English II: Richard III

Alternative title
Richard III
Synopsis
Schools broadcast comprised of a dramatic reading of scenes from Shakespeare’s play. Adapted for radio by Jo Manton. No further information known (3/2008).
Series
Schools
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Radio
Transmission details
23 Oct 1945 at 14:35 (Channel: BBC Home Service)
Duration
25 mins
Availability
No copy extant

Credits

Writer
William Shakespeare
Adaptor for Radio
Jo Manton

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Plays
Richard III
Subjects
Drama
Keywords
schools; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

Textual information
A written transcript of the production is held at the Birmingham Central Library as part of their Shakespeare Collection.

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

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