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Talking about Edgar Allan Poe, with Conrad Pomerleau

BROADCAST: Nov. 2, 1979 | DURATION: 00:44:32

Synopsis

Studs asks the actor how he researched and prepared for his portrayal of Edgar Allan Poe at Chicago's Theatre Building.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Nov. 2, 1979

Duration
44 minutes, 32 seconds

Topics

Literature

People

Authors, Writers Actors

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Pomerleau, Conrad Poe, Edgar Allan, 1809-1849. Authors, American American poets Audiotapes Radio programs

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