Fridays, October 12-26, 2018, 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET
Join Ethan Hawke in his quest to play Shakespeare’s murderous Thane of Cawdor.
Enjoy Joely Richardson’s investigation of Shakespeare’s heroines in two cross-dressing comedies.
Find out from Derek Jacobi, who once played Richard II, why the play could have cost Shakespeare his life.
Join Jeremy Irons as he uncovers the enduring appeal of Shakespeare’s “history plays."
Meet with David Tennant and fellow Hamlets who compare notes on the challenge of playing the iconic role.
Travel with director Trevor Nunn through the magical, mysterious world of the Bard’s last complete play.
Gain insight into portraying the troubled king from Plummer, Ian McKellen and Simon Russell Beale.
Join Freeman in his quest to understand how and why one of the Bard’s first works was written.
Unravel the complex issues of prejudice and jealousy that are threaded throughout the play.
Uncover the truth behind the “middle-aged” love story and examine possible inspirations for the play.
Consider why this love story remains the most adapted and performed of all of Shakespeare’s works.
Explore this exquisite comedy of comparison and contrast with Oscar winner Helen Hunt.
Untangle the controversies of “The Merchant of Venice” with host F. Murray Abraham.
Delve deeper into “Measure for Measure” with host Romola Garai.
Analyze the implications of “Julius Caesar” in today’s world with host Brian Cox.
Uncover the romance and betrayals in “The Winter’s Tale” with host Simon Russell Beale.
Learn more about the historical figure behind Shakespeare’s “Richard III” with host Sir Antony Sher.
