Playing Shakespeare

1984 | 1 seasons | 9 episodes | 10.0 ★ (2)

Playing Shakespeare
  • Overview

    John Barton holds a master class in how to play Shakespeare, using members of the RSC doing scenes, sonnets, and commentary as prime examples.

  • Tagline

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  • First Air Date

    29 July 1984

  • Last Air Date

    23 September 1984

  • Creator
  • Stars

    Lisa Harrow

    Sinéad Cusack

    John Barton

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