The Bard and I - Donald Wolfit

Synopsis

Radio broadcast. First of three interval talks in which various artists talk about their personal appreciation of Shakespeare. In this episode actor Donald Wolfit looks back on 40 years of acting and producing Shakespeare.

Series

The Bard and I

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Recording date

6 Feb 1964

Transmission details

2 Mar 1964 at 19:40 (Channel: BBC Midland)

Duration

15 mins

Availability

Unknown

Credits

Producer

David Glencross

Contributor

Donald Wolfit

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

acting; drama production; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); Wolfit, Donald

Notes

Notes

Transmitted on Midland Home Service

History

Transmitted as interval programme to MUSICALE on Midland Home Service.

Textual information

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

Reviews

Source: Radio Times (Midland Edition)

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)