“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale Preview

30s

Simon Russell Beale uncovers the romance and betrayals of “The Winter’s Tale” and shows that in this play Shakespeare offers something for which everyone longs: the ability to make amends for an irreversible mistake.

Extras + Features

“The Merchant of Venice” Preview

S3 E2 - 30s

F. Murray Abraham untangles the controversies surrounding “The Merchant of Venice,” addressing the ubiquitous anti-Semitism that characterized Europe in Shakespeare’s time.
The Tangle of Love and Money

S3 E2 - 3m 12s

Shylock’s relationship with his daughter Jessica, complicated by love, money and their inability to truly understand each other, becomes explosive.
Beatrice and Benedick in Love

S3 E1 - 3m 56s

When Beatrice and Benedick realize they are in love, they are each overjoyed but their path to being together won’t be smooth .
Inside Look: Helen Hunt on Much Ado About Nothing

S3 E1 - 1m 30s

Helen Hunt gives an inside look at the all new episode of Shakespeare Uncovered: Much Ado About Nothing.
Helen Hunt and Tom Irwin on Beatrice and Benedick

S3 E1 - 1m

Helen Hunt and Tom Irwin reminisce on their past roles as Beatrice and Benedick and share their thoughts about the characters.
“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher Preview

S3 E6 - 30s

Sir Antony Sher unveils the life of Shakespeare’s “Richard III,” comparing the historical king’s reputation with the play’s enduring portrait of ruthless ambition and vengeance.

Schedule

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