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Dr. M. Merchant discusses Shakespeare and the arts

BROADCAST: Aug. 18, 1965 | DURATION: 00:49:46

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Synopsis

Welsh scholar Dr. M. Merchant spoke about the arts and its impact on other arts and artists. Merchant said "King Lear" was Shakespeare's greatest work. Merchant also pointed out the dialogue in "As You Like It," is akin to the parable of the prodigal son. Toward the end, there is an excerpt of Sir John Gielgud in Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure."

Details

Broadcast Date
Aug. 18, 1965

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 50.40 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
49 minutes, 46 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Theater

People

Educators Historians

Tags

Merchant, M. Harpists. Musicians Audiotapes. Radio programs. Ellis, Osian,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616. Midsummer Night's Dream Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616. As You Like It. Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 King Lear. Shakespeare,William, 1564-1616. Measure for measure

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