Episodes (9)

The Two Traditions
S01E01 · The Two Traditions

Jul 29, 1982

Contrasting Shakespeare's elevated language with modern naturalistic speech.

Using the Verse
S01E02 · Using the Verse

Aug 05, 1982

John Barton and company examine blank verse. Its strengths and particularities are discussed in great detail. Members of the cast try out various readings.

Language and Character
S01E03 · Language and Character

Aug 12, 1982

John Barton and the cast discuss how Shakespeare defines his character by the language they speak, and how the characters attempt to achieve their aims by means of what they say and how they say it.

Exploring a Character
S01E04 · Exploring a Character

Aug 19, 1982

John Barton, Patrick Stewart, and David Suchet explore different ways to play Shylock in Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice".

Set Speeches and Soliloquies
S01E05 · Set Speeches and Soliloquies

Aug 26, 1982

John Barton and members of the RSC present a workshop on how Shakespeare used the soliloquy to directly connect the character with the audience.

Irony and Ambiguity
S01E06 · Irony and Ambiguity

Sep 02, 1982

John Barton and the RSC actors consider the subtle shadings produced by irony, ambiguity and sarcasm, and how best to express them.

Passion and Coolness
S01E07 · Passion and Coolness

Sep 09, 1982

Hamlet's advice to the players is the best-known acting instruction in theatrical history. John Barton and the RSC actors explore this essential mandate to be both natural and intellectual.

Rehearsing the Text
S01E08 · Rehearsing the Text

Sep 16, 1982

John Barton and the actors analyze a scene from Twelfth Night, identifying pointers towards character and staging.

Poetry and Hidden Poetry
S01E09 · Poetry and Hidden Poetry

Sep 23, 1982

The bard's unparalleled poetry is celebrated and examined in its glory.

About

Playing Shakespeare Season 1 (1982) is released on Jul 29, 1982. Watch Playing Shakespeare online - the English Documentary TV series from United Kingdom. Playing Shakespeare is directed by John Carlaw and created by John Barton with John Barton and David Suchet.

As know as:

Playing Shakespeare

Countries:

United Kingdom

Language:

English

Production Companies:

London Weekend Television (LWT)

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