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Shakespeare and Music in the Time of Henry Purcell

Sunday 29 July 2007 0:00-1:00 (Radio 3)

Actor Simon Russell Beale explores the world of the Restoration theatre, sharing his insights into the plots and characters in musical settings of Shakespeare's plays by Purcell and his contemporaries. Music includes examples from Richard II, Timon of Athens, The Tempest and The Fairy Queen.

This is a repeat of the programme first broadcast on Saturday 21st July. Please click here for more details.

Duration:

1 hour




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