Folio (series)

Folio (series)

  • Production country: CA
  • Production companies: CBC
  • Release date: 9/25/1955
  • Release date of last episode: 5/26/1959
  • Series status: Returning series
  • Seasons count: 4 ( List of episodes )
  • Episodes count: 94

Series description

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.

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Douglas Rain

Douglas Rain

In 18 episodes

Role(s): , Jacob Schunk, Malcom

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Bruno Gerussi

Bruno Gerussi

In 6 episodes

Role(s): , Nikita

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Jack Creley

Jack Creley

In 4 episodes

Role(s): , Peter the Goose Boss, Seyton

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Robert Goulet

Robert Goulet

In 4 episodes

Role(s): , Jeff

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James Doohan

James Doohan

In 4 episodes

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