Great Scenes from Great Plays - Single Episodes


Read by Walter H. Hampden

Great Scenes from Great Plays is a captivating series that aired from October 1, 1948, until February 25, 1949, on the Mutual Broadcasting System. With a total of 22 episodes, the show was broadcast on Fridays at 8 PM and was sponsored by the National Council of the Protestant Episcopal Church. Its primary aim was to encourage church attendance across various denominations, which was highlighted in the post-discussion following each episode.

The inaugural episode featured Walter H. Hampden as Cyrano de Bergerac, who continued to host the remaining broadcasts. The series also showcased performances from the Episcopal Actors Guild, including notable actors such as Basil Rathbone, Beatrice Straight, Jane Cowl, Ann Seymore, Boris Karloff, and Joan Caulfield. Enjoy the timeless performances of these stars of yesteryear in Great Scenes from Great Plays.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.