Heaven and Hell - Morality of the Castle of Perseverance

Synopsis
Television schools series in eight parts, examining the conflict between good and evil in medieval and Elizabethan drama. Episode 1 discusses conflict between good and evil, angels and devils, in the Middle Ages. This conflict is seen most clearly in a medieval play, such as The Morality of the Castle of Perseverance.
Series
Terrible Choice
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Television
Transmission details
20 Jan 1960 at 15:20 (Channel: ITV)
Duration
40 mins
Availability
No archive copy found

Credits

Director
Roger Jenkins
Writer
Martin Worth
Contributor
Michael Hawkins
Cast
David DodimeadConfession
Gordon GostelowBad Angel
John WoodDeath
Judi DenchGood Angel
Michael BatesMankind
Paul Whitsun-JonesWorld

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Subjects
Drama
Keywords
Elizabethan drama; morality plays; schools; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Production Company

Name

Associated-Rediffusion

How to cite this record

Shakespeare, "Heaven and Hell - Morality of the Castle of Perseverance". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av36873 (Accessed 26 Nov 2024)