Episode 3
New York is surprised by the news that a 20-year-old white actor from the Midwest will direct Macbeth for the Negro Unit.
Orson Welles, the defining wunderkind of modern entertainment, gets his due in a new biography of his early years - including his first forays in theatre and radio before his groundbreaking move to Hollywood.
Episode 3:
A 20 year old white actor from the Midwest is the surprise appointment to direct Macbeth for the Negro Unit.
Written by Patrick McGilligan
Read by Jack Klaff
Abridged and produced by Karen Rose
A Sweet Talk production for 大象传媒 Radio 4.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Author | Patrick McGilligan |
| Abridger | Karen Rose |
| Producer | Karen Rose |
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- Wed 6 Jan 2016 09:45大象传媒 Radio 4 FM
- Thu 7 Jan 2016 00:30大象传媒 Radio 4
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