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Hamlet
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An extensive and exhaustive character study of the protagonist and the situations and surroundings as they relate to him. Presented by Dr. Alan Dilnot & Richard Pannell.
An extensive and exhaustive character study of the protagonist and the situations and surrounding...
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Othello: New Perspectives
Understanding Shakespeare Tutorial Series
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This program offers a close study of the relationships of Othello, Iago and Desdomona, and attempts to define the nature of Othello's tragedy. The main characters' private lives are seen against the background of the state of Venice, and the demands public duties make upon them. Special attention is given to the situation of women in the play. The program indicates a range of possible interpretations of Othello on stage.
This program offers a close study of the relationships of Othello, Iago and Desdomona, and attemp...
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Shakespearean Comedy
Understanding Shakespeare Tutorial Series
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This program investigates the nature of comedy by examining Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" and "The Tempest". The presenters discuss the humour, wit and social satire in these plays, and also stress the essential seriousness of great comedy, with its power to advance moral and spiritual values. Aimed at both beginning and more advanced students, the program shows how live performances will affect their interpretations of the plays.
This program investigates the nature of comedy by examining Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing...
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Shakespearean Tragedy
Understanding Shakespeare Tutorial Series
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What is tragedy? This program offers some answers by focussing on two of Shakespeare's best-known plays, "Hamlet" and "Macbeth". It examines the degree to which the hero is responsible for his own fate, and scrutinises his response to social, political and personal pressures. Designed for students who are reading Shakespeare in the classroom, the program shows them how to take into account the effects of live performances.
What is tragedy? This program offers some answers by focussing on two of Shakespeare's best-known...
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