The Master Builder | Henrik Ibsen | Audio Drama | BBC Radio Drama | Old Time Radio

Step back in time with this compelling BBC Radio 3rd Programme production of Henrik Ibsen's profound psychological drama, 'The Master Builder.' First broadcast on May 12, 1967, this audio drama explores the complex inner world of Halvard Solness, a brilliant but aging architect haunted by guilt and the fear of being supplanted by youth.

At the peak of his career, Solness finds his carefully constructed life challenged by the arrival of Hilda Wangel, a vibrant young woman who demands he fulfill a promise made a decade earlier. Their intricate relationship forces Solness to confront his past ambitions, his strained marriage, and the moral compromises he made to achieve success. Featuring powerful performances by Liam MacKern as Halvard Solness and Billie Whitelaw as Hilda Wangel, this adaptation masterfully brings Ibsen's themes of human ambition, artistic integrity, and the inevitable passage of time to life.

Immerse yourself in this timeless classic of world theatre, meticulously translated by Michael Meier and produced by John Gibson. Ideal for enthusiasts of classic literature, radio theatre, and intense character studies, 'The Master Builder' remains a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche.

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00:00 Intro
00:18 Segment 1: Henrik Ibsen - The Master Buil
01:55:36 End

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