Various actors discuss Shakespeare plays. Each episode is presented by one actor and, in most cases, the actor discusses one play. However, some episodes cover more than one play. For example, all three "Henry plays" are presented together.
A Midsummer Night's Dream With Hugh BonnevilleActor Hugh Bonneville talks with Ralph Fiennes about the appeal of "A Midsummer Night's Dream."
King Lear With Christopher Plummer
E2
King Lear With Christopher PlummerChristopher Plummer explores how "King Lear" may have been staged during Shakespeare's time; actors Ian McKellen and Simon Russell Beale discuss playing the role of King Lear.
The Taming of the Shrew With Morgan Freeman
E3
The Taming of the Shrew With Morgan FreemanMorgan Freeman is determined to understand why Shakespeare wrote "The Taming of the Shrew"; interviews include Tracey Ullman, Sinead Cusack and Julia Stiles.
Othello With David Harewood
E4
Othello With David HarewoodDavid Harewood unravels the issues of prejudice and jealousy embedded in "Othello"; Adrian Lester portrays Othello at the National Theatre in London; interviews include Simon Russell Beale, Ian McKellen, Julia Stiles and Patrick Stewart.
Antony & Cleopatra With Kim Cattrall
E5
Antony & Cleopatra With Kim CattrallKim Cattrall searches for the truth behind Shakespeare's middle-aged love story and examines inspirations for the play in Rome; with Janet Suzman, Harriet Walter and Vanessa Redgrave.
Romeo & Juliet With Joseph Fiennes
E6
Romeo & Juliet With Joseph FiennesJoe Fiennes considers why "Romeo and Juliet" remains the most adapted and performed of all of Shakespeare's works; interviews include Orlando Bloom, Condola Rashad and Stephen Sondheim.
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