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Playing Shakespeare

Season 1 Episode 3: Language and Character

In the next episode, the cast and John Barton delve into Shakespeare's linguistic expertise, exploring how his characters' dialogue and speech patterns drive their motivations and choices.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Two Traditions

1. The Two Traditions

Aired: Jul 29, 1984

The next episode masterfully combines Shakespeare's lyrical style with a rela...

Episode 2 Using the Verse

2. Using the Verse

Aired: Aug 5, 1984

The next episode showcases the unique characteristics of blank verse as the c...

Episode 3 Language and Character

3. Language and Character

Aired: Aug 12, 1984

In the next episode, the cast and John Barton delve into Shakespeare's lingui...

Episode 4 Speeches and Soliloquies

4. Speeches and Soliloquies

Aired: Aug 19, 1984

Esteemed actors delve into the complexities of Shylock, discovering various a...

Episode 5 Irony and Ambiguity

5. Irony and Ambiguity

Aired: Aug 26, 1984

Next episode, experts from the Royal Shakespeare Company will lead a workshop...

Episode 6 Passion and Coolness

6. Passion and Coolness

Aired: Sep 2, 1984

The next episode delves into the art of subtlety, featuring John Barton and t...

Episode 7 Rehearsing the Text

7. Rehearsing the Text

Aired: Sep 9, 1984

The next episode delves into Hamlet's renowned guidance to the players, a les...

Episode 8 Exploring a Character

8. Exploring a Character

Aired: Sep 16, 1984

John Barton and the actors explore a scene from Twelfth Night, uncovering how...

Episode 9 Poetry and Hidden Poetry

9. Poetry and Hidden Poetry

Aired: Sep 23, 1984

The beauty and depth of the bard's poetry are celebrated, revealing its stunn...

Info about Playing Shakespeare

Current Status: Ended

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary