October 12, 2018 • 53m
Helen Hunt explores how “Much Ado About Nothing” became one of Shakespeare’s most beloved romantic comedies.
October 12, 2018 • 53m
F. Murray Abraham untangles the controversies surrounding “The Merchant of Venice,” addressing the ubiquitous anti-Semitism that c...Read more
October 19, 2018 • 53m
Romola Garai explores “Measure for Measure,” one of Shakespeare's most provocative plays. It presents a surprisingly timely drama ...Read more
October 19, 2018 • 53m
Brian Cox looks at Shakespeare's most revered political play, “Julius Caesar,” to analyze what can be learned about freedom and tyranny today.
October 26, 2018 • 53m
Simon Russell Beale uncovers the romance and betrayals of "The Winter's Tale" and shows that in this play Shakespeare offers somet...Read more
October 26, 2018 • 53m
Antony Sher unveils the life of Shakespeare's "Richard III," comparing the historical king's reputation with the play's enduring p...Read more