Download Classic BBC Radio Shakespeare: Tragedies: Hamlet; Macbeth; Romeo and Juliet AudioBook Free
Three powerful radio productions from the BBC archives starring Ian McKellen, Ronald Pickup and Paul Scofield and a host of celebrated operating expertise. These three renowned takes on, performed by a few of the best-known theatrical actors of the 20th century, are the perfect way to commemorate England's greatest dramatist. Romeo and Juliet: the Montagues and the Capulets are sworn foes, so when Romeo Montague comes deeply in love with Juliet Capulet, tragedy ensues. This fateful story of two young star-crossed enthusiasts is one of Shakespeare's most popular dramas. First transmit in 1970, starring Ian McKellen as Romeo. Hamlet: one of the very most powerful, important and thrilling tragedies in the English language, and the storyline of Prince Hamlet and his search for vengeance never does not enthral. First broadcast in 1971, starring Ronald Pickup as the Prince of Denmark. Macbeth: the notorious 'Scottish Play' is a gripping story of vaulting ambition, witchcraft, madness and murder that has placed generations of audiences spellbound. First transmit in 1966, starring Paul Scofield as Macbeth and Peggy Ashcroft as Woman Macbeth. Saved at BBC Broadcasting House and offering the BBC Dilemma Repertory company, with specially constructed music including a score from the BBC Radiophonic Workshop, this is traditional radio play at its finest. Period: 7 hours 30 mins approx.
