Cleopatra

Synopsis

Radio comment by Philip Hope-Wallace focusing on the fact that Cleopatra’s role was written for a boy to play, but provides continuous inspiration to actresses.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Transmission details

12 Jul 1965 at 19:30 (Channel: BBC Home Service)

Duration

15 mins

Availability

Unknown

Credits

Contributor

Philip Hope-Wallace

Additional Details

Production type

Other

Plays

Antony and Cleopatra

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

gender issues; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

History

The broadcast was followed by a radio adaptation of the play with Peggy Ashcroft as Cleopatra (see separate entry).

Reviews

Source: The Times, Radio Times

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)