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Playing Shakespeare

1984 0hr : 30m Documentary ★ 9.7

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

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Season 19 episodes

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Lisa Harrow Sinéad Cusack John Barton Patrick Stewart Richard Pasco Barbara Leigh-Hunt Alan Howard Norman Rodway Donald Sinden Peggy Ashcroft Ben Kingsley Tony Church Jane Lapotaire

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  • Playing Shakespeare combines Documentary storytelling.
  • The principal cast includes Lisa Harrow, Sinéad Cusack, John Barton.

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Best suited to viewers looking for Documentary. The available catalogue spans 1 season.

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A regional age classification is not currently listed. Ratings vary by country; use this as a quick screening note rather than a complete parental guide.

Themes and topics
miniseriestheater performance

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