Playing Shakespeare — Season 1, Episode 9: Poetry and Hidden Poetry

Episode synopsis

The bard's unparalleled poetry is celebrated and examined in its glory.

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
• E2Using the Verse
• E3Language and Character
• E4Speeches and Soliloquies
• E5Irony and Ambiguity
• E6Passion and Coolness
• E7Rehearsing the Text
• E8Exploring a Character