Julie Taymor on her Production of A Midsummer Night's Dream

Season 2 Episode 1

About the Episode

Director Julie Taymor, who recently staged a vivid production at the Theater for a New Audience in Brooklyn (starring David Harewood). In the deserted Globe Theatre, Bonneville muses on the play’s enduring appeal.

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Extras

Education | May I with Right and Conscience Make this Claim?

The ironic aspects of the justification for Henry V's campaign in France are explored.

2:26
Education | Have We Learned Anything?

This segment reflects on the transience of Henry V’s military accomplishments.

2:08
Education | The Battle of Agincourt

On the eve of the Battle of Agincourt, Henry V inspires his soldiers.

6:34
Education | Grief-Stricken Hamlet

An overview of Hamlet and a discussion of the theme of loss within the play.

5:17
Education | Many Different Hamlets

Actors David Tennant and Jude Law discuss approaching the soliloquy from Act III, Scene i.

2:30
Education | I’ll Drown My Book

An overview of how Ariel’s compassion alters Prospero’s outlook.

3:48
Education | The Resurrection of Sebastian

An analysis of Shakespeare’s “resurrection” of Sebastian.

1:27
Education | Shakespeare's Daughter and The Tempest

A look at how Shakespeare’s relationship with his daughter may have affected The Tempest.

1:33
Education | The Loss of a Son

A discussion of the role twins played in Shakespeare’s life.

2:30
Shakespeare Uncovered Series II | Preview

Series II of Shakespeare Uncovered continues on PBS, beginning Friday, January 30 at 9 p.m

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