Movie Night on a Saturday - 26th April 2014
In an upcoming radio show, renowned British composer Howard Goodall is set to celebrate the great film adaptations of William Shakespeare's works. The show, as yet unnamed, will air tonight.
Goodall, known for his love of the Bard of Avon, will dedicate the show to the film adaptations that have brought Shakespeare's works to life on the silver screen. The programme promises a musical journey through various interpretations of Romeo and Juliet, featuring themes by Nino Rota and Craig Armstrong.
The show is expected to include a diverse range of music from different Shakespearean adaptations. Alongside the music from Romeo and Juliet, listeners can anticipate Patrick Doyle's compositions for Hamlet and Much Ado About Nothing. There's also a possibility that music from Shakespeare in Love will be included.
However, specific details about the structure or format of the show have not been provided. What is certain is that the show will feature music from multiple Shakespearean plays, offering a unique and immersive experience for listeners.
As Howard Goodall raises a glass to the Bard of Avon, listeners will have the opportunity to revisit some of the most iconic film adaptations of Shakespeare's works through the medium of music. Tune in tonight for this special musical journey.
