Playing Shakespeare — Season 1, Episode 6: Passion and Coolness
Documentary • 30 min • 1 season, 9 episodes • ★ 9.7/10
Episode synopsis
Hamlet'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 intellectual.
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.