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.

25. S3.E25 ∙ Socrates

0.0May 29, 1958

Sinclair's play encompasses Socrates' life, from being hailed as the wisest man to his trial, betrayal, and eventual demise by drinking hemlock. It aims to capture the essence of the philosopher's existence. Play by Lister Sinclair Directed by Mario Prizek. Cast: Frank Peddie ......... Socrates Barry Morse ........... Crito Lloyd Bochner ....... Agathon Donald Davis ......... Alcibiades Larry Mann ............ Aristophanes Joe Austin ............. Kratinos Ivor Barry ............... Philip John Vernon ........ Cyrus Leo Leyden ........... Megillus Zillah Carter ........... Xanthippe Henry Comor ......... Meletus Gillie Fenwick ........ Triptolemus Robert Goodier ...... Sergeant Harold Burke ......... Farmer Kay Hawtrey ........... Farmer's wife