Orson Welles Radio Almanac
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Orson Welles Radio Almanac is a variety program hosted by Orson Welles, bringing together spoken entertainment and music in a radio-magazine format. Welles’s distinctive, resonant voice gives the show a strong central presence, while the program’s mix of material offers more than a single dramatic story.
The series draws on the broad possibilities of radio variety, combining conversation and performance with musical selections. Its guest appearances add another dimension to the listening experience, with performers contributing to a program shaped around Welles’s interests and personality.
The result is an engaging blend of theatrical flair and informal variety. Listeners can enjoy Welles as both a commanding broadcaster and an entertainer, with the changing mix of voices and music giving the program its lively, eclectic character.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.