Playing Shakespeare (1984)
John Barton holds a master class in how to play Shakespeare, using members of the RSC doing scenes, sonnets, and commentary as prime examples.
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Episodes
- 1 1. The Two Traditions1984-07-29 · 30mContrasting Shakespeare's elevated language with modern naturalistic speech.
- 2 2. Using the Verse1984-08-05 · 30mJohn Barton and company examine blank verse. Its strengths and particularities are discussed in great detail. Members of the cast try out various readings.
- 3 3. Language and Character1984-08-12 · 30mJohn 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 an
- 4 4. Speeches and Soliloquies1984-08-19 · 30mJohn Barton and members of the RSC present a workshop on how Shakespeare used the soliloquy to directly connect the character with the audience.
- 5 5. Irony and Ambiguity1984-08-26 · 30mJohn Barton and the RSC actors consider the subtle shadings produced by irony, ambiguity and sarcasm, and how best to express them.
- 6 6. Passion and Coolness1984-09-02 · 30mHamlet'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 inte
- 7 7. Rehearsing the Text1984-09-09 · 30mJohn Barton and the actors analyze a scene from Twelfth Night, identifying pointers towards character and staging.
- 8 8. Exploring a Character1984-09-16 · 30m
- 9 9. Poetry and Hidden Poetry1984-09-23 · 30mThe bard's unparalleled poetry is celebrated and examined in its glory.
Cast
Lisa Harrow
Sinéad CusackJohn Barton
Patrick Stewart
Richard Pasco
Barbara Leigh-Hunt
Alan Howard
Norman Rodway
Donald Sinden
Peggy Ashcroft
Ben KingsleyTony Church
Jane Lapotaire
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