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The Late Mr Shakespeare

4 Extra Debut. A former boy actor in Shakespeare's company reminisces in old age about his time spent with The Bard. Stars Jim Broadbent.

As a boy actor, Pickleherring played Viola, Juliet and Cleopatra.

He was Shakespeare's favourite.

Now, in his 80s he finally discovers what it means to fall in love.

Starring Jim Broadbent.

Robert Nye's novel, first published in 1998.

Dramatised by Jonathan Broadbent.

Pickleherring .... Jim Broadbent
Boy .... George Longworth
Polly .... Jill Cardo
Pompey Bum .... Dan Starkey

Director: Jeremy Mortimer

First broadcast on 大象传媒 Radio 4 in November 2008.

1 hour

Last on

Sat 25 May 2024 05:00

Broadcasts

  • Sat 1 Nov 2008 14:30
  • Christmas Day 2009 21:00
  • Fri 24 May 2024 15:00
  • Fri 24 May 2024 21:00
  • Sat 25 May 2024 05:00