John Barton leads a masterclass on Shakespeare's plays, exploring excerpts from Royal Shakespeare Company performances, sonnets, and expert analysis.
In 1979, Trevor Nunn and John Barton created a TV workshop to explore Shakespearean acting techniques, featuring leading actors like Alan Howard, Patrick Stewart, and Ian McKellen. Four years later, Barton expanded the series with nine more episodes, showcasing Judi Dench and Roger Rees.
Aired: Jul 29, 1984The next episode masterfully combines Shakespeare's lyrical style with a rela...
Aired: Aug 5, 1984The next episode showcases the unique characteristics of blank verse as the c...
Aired: Aug 12, 1984In the next episode, the cast and John Barton delve into Shakespeare's lingui...
Aired: Aug 19, 1984Esteemed actors delve into the complexities of Shylock, discovering various a...
Aired: Aug 26, 1984Next episode, experts from the Royal Shakespeare Company will lead a workshop...
Aired: Sep 2, 1984The next episode delves into the art of subtlety, featuring John Barton and t...
Aired: Sep 9, 1984The next episode delves into Hamlet's renowned guidance to the players, a les...
Aired: Sep 16, 1984John Barton and the actors explore a scene from Twelfth Night, uncovering how...
Aired: Sep 23, 1984The beauty and depth of the bard's poetry are celebrated, revealing its stunn...
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Current Status: Ended
Production Country: United States
Genres:Documentary
