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0:54:41

“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale

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“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale
Uncover the romance and betrayals in “The Winter’s Tale” with host Simon Russell Beale.
Aired: October 26, 2018
0:54:41
CC: English
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0:54:11

“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher

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“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher
Learn about the historical figure behind Shakespeare’s “Richard III” with host Antony Sher
Aired: October 26, 2018
0:54:11
CC: English
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0:54:41

“Measure for Measure” with Romola Garai

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“Measure for Measure” with Romola Garai
Delve deeper into “Measure for Measure” with host Romola Garai.
Aired: October 19, 2018
0:54:41
CC: English
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0:54:41

"Julius Caesar" with Brian Cox

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"Julius Caesar" with Brian Cox
Brian Cox explores "Julius Caesar," a play about a free republic's fall into corruption.
Aired: October 19, 2018
0:54:41
CC: English
0:02:38

“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher

A Brutal Age of Politics
A Brutal Age of Politics
Richard III’s genius is his ability to become whoever he needs to be in his quest to achie
Aired: October 26, 2018
0:02:38
CC: English
0:01:40

“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher

I Am Not Shaped for Sport
I Am Not Shaped for Sport
In the play, Richard III speaks about how his deformities made him an outsider.
Aired: October 26, 2018
0:01:40
CC: English
0:01:31

“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale

Magic and Forgiveness in The Winter's Tale
Magic and Forgiveness in The Winter's Tale
Leontes, who thought he lost everything, is reunited with his wife and daughter.
Aired: October 26, 2018
0:01:31
CC: English
0:02:18

“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale

Leontes' Irrational Jealousy
Leontes' Irrational Jealousy
Consumed by irrational jealousy, Leontes can’t be convinced of his wife’s virtue.
Aired: October 26, 2018
0:02:18
CC: English
0:01:34

“Measure for Measure” with Romola Garai

Who Will Believe Thee, Isabel?
Who Will Believe Thee, Isabel?
Isabella's attempt to confront her harasser is met with a chilling response.
Aired: October 19, 2018
0:01:34
CC: English
0:02:44

“Julius Caesar” with Brian Cox

The Power of Rhetoric in Mark Antony's Famous Speech
The Power of Rhetoric in Mark Antony's Famous Speech
Mark Antony uses rhetoric to sway the crowd in his famous speech.
Aired: October 19, 2018
0:02:44
CC: English
0:02:37
Isabella's Mercy
Isabella's Mercy
Isabella must make the difficult decision.
Aired: October 19, 2018
0:02:37
CC: English
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0:54:41

“The Merchant of Venice” with F. Murray Abraham

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“The Merchant of Venice” with F. Murray Abraham
Untangle the controversies of “The Merchant of Venice” with host F. Murray Abraham.
Aired: October 12, 2018
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CC: English
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0:54:41

“Much Ado About Nothing”

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“Much Ado About Nothing”
Explore the history and themes in “Much Ado About Nothing” with host Helen Hunt.
Aired: October 12, 2018
0:54:41
CC: English
0:01:33
Julius Caesar's Impact on American History
Julius Caesar's Impact on American History
Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar” is a play that upholds liberty against tyranny.
Aired: October 19, 2018
0:01:33
CC: English
0:01:00

“Much Ado About Nothing” with Helen Hunt

Helen Hunt and Tom Irwin on Beatrice and Benedick
Helen Hunt and Tom Irwin on Beatrice and Benedick
Helen Hunt and Tom Irwin reminisce on their past roles as Beatrice and Benedick.
Aired: October 12, 2018
0:01:00
CC: English
0:00:30

“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher

“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher Preview
“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher Preview
Learn about the historical figure behind Shakespeare’s “Richard III” with host Antony Sher
Aired: October 9, 2018
0:00:30
CC: English
0:00:30

“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale

“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale Preview
“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale Preview
Uncover the romance and betrayals in “The Winter’s Tale” with host Simon Russell Beale.
Aired: October 26, 2018
0:00:30
CC: English
0:02:25

“The Merchant of Venice” with F. Murray Abraham

Hath Not a Jew Eyes?
Hath Not a Jew Eyes?
Shylock insists that Jews are no different than any other people.
Aired: October 12, 2018
0:02:25
CC: English
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