Horace (television play)

Horace is a 1963 television play written by James MacGibbon, adapted from the Pierre Corneille play of the same name. It was broadcast as part of the BBC's Televised World Theatre series. The play centers on the Roman Horatius, chosen to fight for Rome against the Curatii, representing Alba Longa. It explores themes of patriotism, duty, honor, and the conflict between personal and civic loyalty. While a relatively obscure production compared to some other televised adaptations of classic plays, it provided a platform for British actors to perform in a classical drama setting. Information regarding the director, specific cast members, and critical reception is limited, suggesting that recordings or extensive documentation may not be readily available. The series aimed to bring world theatre to a wider British television audience.