Stories of the Theatre

Stories of the TheatreThis volume presents twenty select scripts from the hit radio program "A Touch of Greasepaint" starring Barry Morse. The book is an incredible 547 pages in length and includes a special introduction written by Barry Morse, prior to his death, detailing the history and background of these shows. This material was the genesis for Barry's television series "Presenting Barry Morse" and his long running one man show "Merely Players". This volume contains

This volume presents twenty select scripts from the hit radio program "A Touch of Greasepaint" starring Barry Morse. The book is an incredible 547 pages in length and includes a special introduction written by Barry Morse, prior to his death, detailing the history and background of these shows. This material was the genesis for Barry's television series "Presenting Barry Morse" and his long-running one man show "Merely Players". This volume contains material on such luminaries as George Bernard Shaw, Ben Jonson, Charles Macready, Peg Woffington, Moliere, Henry Irving, William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde and many, many more luminaries of the Stage. Additionally, these classic programs featured a wide range of guest actresses, including Toby Robins, Ruth Springford, Margaret Griffin, Kate Reid, and a number of others. Drama, tragedy and comedy combine with tales of actors, actresses, playwrights and critics to take you on a remarkable theatrical journey!