The Monday Play | Richard III

Richard III

A radio adaptation of Shakespeare’s history play produced and directed for radio by Jane Morgan. The production commemorates the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Bosworth, fought on 22 August 1485.

Access

Licence: ERA Licence required

Content

Type: Plays
Channel: BBC Radio 4
Duration: 2'29'14''
Broadcast date: 1985

Usage

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

Shakespeare Archive Resource

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Richard III | BBC Radio 4 | 1985