Lyrics by Shakespeare

Synopsis
Television programme. Broadcast as part of the television programmes marking the fourth centenary of Shakespeare’s birth. Cleo Laine and John Dankworth perform Shakespeare’s songs. Narrated by Tony Britton.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Television
Transmission details
6 Jun 1964 at 21:10 (Channel: ITV)
Duration
10 mins
Availability
Archive copy not found

Credits

Director
Robert Fleming
Contributor
Tony Britton
Cast
Cleo Laine 
Johnny Dankworth 

Additional Details

Production type
Sitcoms/Variety
Subjects
Music
Keywords
jazz; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); songs

Production Company

Name

Rediffusion Television

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How to cite this record

Shakespeare, "Lyrics by Shakespeare". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av36828 (Accessed 25 Mar 2026)