Episodes
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“The Merchant of Venice” with F. Murray Abraham
S3 E2 - 54m 41s
F. Murray Abraham untangles the controversies surrounding “The Merchant of Venice,” addressing the ubiquitous anti-Semitism that characterized Europe in Shakespeare’s time.
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“Much Ado About Nothing”
S3 E1 - 54m 41s
Helen Hunt explores how “Much Ado About Nothing” became one of Shakespeare’s most beloved romantic comedies.
Extras + Features
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“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.
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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.
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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.
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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 .
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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.
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“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.
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