Playing Shakespeare — Season 1, Episode 2: Using the Verse

Episode synopsis

John Barton and company examine blank verse. Its strengths and particularities are discussed in great detail. Members of the cast try out various readings.

About Playing Shakespeare

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

More episodes from Season 1

• E1The Two Traditions
• E3Language and Character
• E4Speeches and Soliloquies
• E5Irony and Ambiguity
• E6Passion and Coolness
• E7Rehearsing the Text
• E8Exploring a Character
• E9Poetry and Hidden Poetry