“Richard III” with Sir Antony Sher Preview

Season 3 Episode 6

About the Episode

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.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 30s

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Extras

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Director Julie Taymor on her production of A Midsummer Night's Dream at a New Audience.

2:48
Hugh Bonneville on Shakespeare's Poetic Forms

Hugh Bonneville on Shakepeare's usage of poetic forms in A Midsummer Night's Dream.

2:17
Shakespeare Uncovered Series II | Preview

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0:32
I Am Not Shaped for Sport

In the play, Richard III speaks about how his deformities made him an outsider.

1:40
Leontes' Irrational Jealousy

Consumed by irrational jealousy, Leontes can’t be convinced of his wife’s virtue.

2:18
A Brutal Age of Politics

Richard III’s genius is his ability to become whoever he needs to be in his quest to achie

2:38
Magic and Forgiveness in The Winter's Tale

Leontes, who thought he lost everything, is reunited with his wife and daughter.

1:31
“The Winter’s Tale” with Simon Russell Beale Preview

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0:30
Julius Caesar's Impact on American History

Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar” is a play that upholds liberty against tyranny.

1:33
Isabella's Mercy

Isabella must make the difficult decision.

2:37