Drama on 3 | Measure for Measure (2004)

Measure for Measure

A 2004 radio adaptation of Shakespeare's Measure for Measure: in a world of sexual harassment and unwed mothers - and the inability of the law to deal with either - the Duke hands over his powers to his puritan deputy.

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Licence: ERA Licence required

Content
  • Type: Plays
  • Channel: BBC Radio 3
  • Duration: 2'10'03''
  • Broadcast date: 2004
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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