For the Term of His Natural Life (radio serial) explained
| For the Term of His Natural Life |
| Format: | serial drama |
| Runtime: | 30 mins |
| Start Time: | 9.30pm |
| End Time: | 10pm |
| Country: | Australia |
| Language: | English |
| Home Station: | 2SM |
| Starring: | John Pickard |
| Director: | John Pickard |
| First Aired: | 20 January 1935[1] |
For the Term of His Natural Life is a 1935 Australian radio serial based on the novel of the same name by Marcus Clarke.[2]
It starred John Pickard who also adapted the novel and aired every Wednesday night.
The novel was serialised again in 1952, read out by Walter Pym.
Cast
- John Pickard as Rufus Dawes[3]
- Lou Vernon as Mr. North
- Rosalind Kennderdale as Dora
- Hilda Scurr as Sara Purfoy
Notes and References
- News: From The Radio Stations . . 5343 . New South Wales, Australia . 26 January 1935 . 29 August 2023 . 4 . National Library of Australia.
- Book: Phil, Peter. 76. Drama in Silent Rooms. Eureka Media Communications. 2016.
- News: Advertising . . 7873 . New South Wales, Australia . 27 March 1935 . 29 August 2023 . 12 (LAST RACE EDITION) . National Library of Australia.
