The Classics Performed by University Theater

The "NBC University Theater" was a radio program that aired from 1948 to 1951 and was produced by NBC. The show aimed to provide listeners with a variety of literary works, both classic and contemporary, presented in a dramatic format. Each episode of the series was an adaptation of a different piece of literature, ranging from novels and short stories to plays and essays.

The show's host and narrator was the renowned radio and stage actor, James Hilton, who was also responsible for selecting the stories and overseeing their adaptation for the program. The series boasted an impressive roster of writers, actors, and directors, including such notable figures as Orson Welles, Alfred Hitchcock, and Ray Bradbury.

Some of the most memorable adaptations featured on the "NBC University Theater" include works by authors such as Mark Twain, Edgar Allan Poe, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and William Faulkner. The series also presented more contemporary works, such as James Joyce's "Ulysses" and J.D. Salinger's "The Catcher in the Rye.

"The "NBC University Theater" was well-received by critics and audiences alike for its high-quality productions and the diverse range of literary works it presented. Today, the show is remembered as a significant contribution to the golden age of radio and a testament to the enduring power of great literature.

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• No. of episodes: 16
• Latest episode: 2023-05-24
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