Music and Shakespeare

Synopsis
First of three weekly programmes on words and music from Shakespeare’s plays devised and produced by Alan Owen, starring Barbara Jefford and John Turner.
This episode focuses on Richard III, The Merchant of Venice and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The BBC Concert Orchestra is conducted by Ashley Lawrence.
Series
Music and Shakespeare
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Radio
Transmission details
25 Apr 1972 at 09:45 (Channel: BBC Radio 3)
Duration
60 mins
Availability
Unknown

Credits

Producer
Alan Owen
Writer
William Shakespeare
Contributor
Ashley Lawrence
Cast
Barbara Jefford 
John Turner (2) 

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Plays
Merchant of Venice, The; Midsummer Night’s Dream, A; Richard III
Subjects
Drama; Music
Keywords
Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

Reviews
Source: The Times, Radio Times

Production Company

Name

BBC

Notes
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

How to cite this record

Shakespeare, "Music and Shakespeare". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av71456 (Accessed 26 Nov 2024)