Mercury Theatre's A Tale of Two Cities

Immerse yourself in the timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption with the Mercury Theatre's captivating radio adaptation of Charles Dickens' "A Tale of Two Cities." This classic radio program, first aired in the mid-20th century, brings Dickens' sweeping narrative to life with the innovative storytelling and dramatic flair that characterize the Mercury Theatre's productions. Under the visionary direction of Orson Welles, the Mercury Theatre crafted a spellbinding rendition of this literary masterpiece. As the riveting narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the French Revolution, listeners are transported to a tumultuous era of social upheaval and personal triumph. This episode was originally broadcast July 25th, 1938 on CBS Radio.