Hamlet
- Synopsis
- Fifth in a 10-part radio series seeking the views of leading actors on individual Shakespearean roles. In the 15-minute episode, John Gielgud and Alan Cumming describe playing Hamlet and explore what it is about Shakespeare’s characters that continues to fascinate audiences and performers.
- Series
- Playing a Part
- Language
- English
- Country
- Great Britain
- Medium
- Radio
- Transmission details
- 18 May 1994 at 01:30 (Channel: BBC World Service)
- Duration
- 15 mins
- Availability
- Unknown
Credits
- Producer
- Jenny Bowen
- Cast
John Gielgud Hamlet
Additional Details
- Production type
- Documentary/Educational/News
- Plays
- Hamlet
- Subjects
- Drama
- Keywords
- acting; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)
Notes
- History
- Broadcast on BBC Radio World Service as part of the ‘Shakespeare today’ season. Transmitted 20 April-22 June 1994, in ten 15-minute parts. There is no credit or content information for the second episode of the series which was broadcast on 27/4/1994.
- Reviews
- Source: London Calling (BBC World Service Programme and Frequency Guide), April - June 1994.
Production Company
How to cite this record
Shakespeare, "Hamlet". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av68424 (Accessed 26 Nov 2024)