Folio
10.0Returning Series

Folio

Folio, a precursor to CBC's renowned fine-arts series Festival, aired for four years starting in 1956. The series showcased original dramas, music compositions, and ballets, many originating from diverse regions across Canada. Notable episodes featured Barry Morse in a new staging of MacBeth, along with performances by Canadian talents like Robert Goulet and Sharon Acker. One of the highlights included a musical adaptation of the beloved Canadian classic, Anne of Green Gables. Airing without sponsorship, Folio thrived until its conclusion in the fall of 1960. Producers: Robert Allen, Harvey Hart, David Greene, Mario Prizek and Ronald Weyman.

3. S2.E3 ∙ The Devil's Instrument

0.0Nov 14, 1956

Story about a farm boy torn between the discipline imposed by the code of belief and obedience of his people and his desire to express himself as a free human being. Written by W.O. Mitchell Directed by David Greene Cast: Douglas Rain ..... Jacob Schunk Jack Creley ........ Peter the Goose Boss Margot Christie Larry D. Mann Ron Hartmann Janet Reid Leonard Ontkean Henry Comor Murray Westgate Daryl Masters Frank Perry Bill Walker David Toguri