My Shakespeare
- Synopsis
- A programme of words and music conceived and written by David William. Four actors alternate in their portrayal of several historical figures including George Bernard Shaw, Voltaire, Virginia Woolf, Berlioz, Dickens and a reviewer from The Independent all of whom briefly praise, criticise, or mock Shakespeare and his work. Matters addressed range from adaptations of King Lear with a happy ending to the founding of the Stratford Festival. The history of Shakespeare’s reputation is presented as a microcosm of the cultural history of four centuries. Accompanied by Ann Monoyios, soprano, and Bruce Ubukata, piano and harpsichord.
- Language
- English
- Country
- Canada
- Medium
- Audio; Radio
- Year of release
- 2000
- Transmission details
- 27 Jun 1999 (Channel: CBC Radio)
- Duration
- 90 mins
Credits
- Contributor
- David William
- Cast
David William Douglas Rain Edward Atienza Goldie Semple
Additional Details
- Production type
- Documentary/Educational/News
- Subjects
- Drama
- Keywords
- Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)
Notes
- General
- The recording was made during the inaugural Bank of Montreal Stratford Festival and taped before an audience in Toronto and broadcast on CBC Radio.
- History
- CBC broadcast date not known.
Production Company
Online Retailer
- Name
simplyaudiobooks.com
- Web
- http://www.simplyaudiobooks.com External site opens in new window
How to cite this record
Shakespeare, "My Shakespeare". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av66766 (Accessed 19 Sep 2024)