Much Ado About Nothing (version 2)-William Sh...

Hedda Gabler, a masterpiece by Henrik Ibsen, delves into the complexities of a woman's struggle for identity and autonomy in a constricting society. The play explores themes of manipulation, societal expectations, and the quest for freedom, making it a timeless reflection on the ...  Show more

"Witch of Edmonton" is a compelling collaboration between Thomas Dekker, John Ford, and William Rowley that delves into themes of witchcraft, societal judgment, and the struggle between personal desire and communal morality. Set against the backdrop of early 17th-century England, ...  Show more

In this episode, we explore the life and stories of William Shakespeare, one of the most famous writers in history. We'll talk about how he grew up in a small town and went on to write amazing plays like "Romeo and Juliet" and "Hamlet." You'll learn fun facts about his life, what ...  Show more

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss William Shakespeare's famous tragedy, written in the early 1590s after a series of histories and comedies. His audience already knew the story of the feuding Capulets and Montagues in Verona and the fate of the young lovers from their rival houses, ...  Show more

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss William Shakespeare's famous tragedy, written in the early 1590s after a series of histories and comedies. His audience already knew the story of the feuding Capulets and Montagues in Verona and the fate of the young lovers from their rival houses, ...  Show more

Sophie Duncan delves into the playwright’s world-famous tragedy to reveal what it tells us about youth in the Tudor era The doomed romance of young lovers Romeo and Juliet has captured imaginations across the centuries – but what does William Shakespeare’s play tell us about the ...  Show more