Hamlet

Synopsis
Extracts of Shakespeare’s play broadcast in two 30-minute sequences with Ralph Richardson in the title role. Part 1 includes Hamlet’s first encounter with the Ghost, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, and Ophelia. Part 2 features Hamlet’s scenes in his mother’s bedroom and in the graveyard. Presented by Arthur Russell.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Radio
Transmission details
23 Apr 1961 at 12:00 (Channel: BBC World Service)
Duration
30 mins
Availability
No archive copy known

Credits

Contributor
Arthur Russell
Cast
Ralph RichardsonHamlet

Additional Details

Production type
Television and Radio Drama
Plays
Hamlet
Subjects
Drama
Keywords
Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

General
This is Ralph Richardson’s first performance as Hamlet. Details of other cast members not known (1/2007).
History
Broadcast in two 30-minute parts. Part 1: 23/4/1961, Part 2: 30/4/1961

Production Company

Name

BBC World Service

How to cite this record

Shakespeare, "Hamlet". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av67493 (Accessed 26 Nov 2024)