Shakespeare-Garrick Programme, A

Synopsis
Radio broadcast. The tribute to David Garrick is comprised of 3 excerpts from David Garrick, a play written by T.W. Robertson and performed by The Station Dramatic Repertory Company, and music and songs inspired by Shakespeare. Dorothy Bennett (soprano) and William Anderson (bass) are supported by The Augmented Station Orchestra, conducted by T. H. Morrison. The excerpts are arranged and presented Victor Smythe who also performs as Garrick.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Radio
Transmission details
20 Jan 1926 at 19:35 (Channel: BBC)
Duration
155 (total running time)
Availability
No copy extant

Credits

Contributor
Dorothy Bennett; William Anderson
Adaptor for Radio
Victor Smythe
Cast
Victor SmytheDavid Garrick

Additional Details

Production type
Other
Subjects
Drama
Keywords
Garrick, David (1717-1779); Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

Notes
Transmitted from Manchester station.
History
Broadcast in commemoration of David Garrickā€™s death on 20 January 1779.
Reviews
For further programme details see Radio Times programme listings.

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

How to cite this record

Shakespeare, "Shakespeare-Garrick Programme, A". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av68004 (Accessed 12 Nov 2024)