Education | The Loss of a Son

Education | The Loss of a Son

Shakespeare Uncovered

About the Episode

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

Aired: 01/24/13 | Expires: 01/25/16 | Runtime: 2m 30s

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Extras

The Lovers Untangled

An animation explaining the love quadrangle between Hermia, Lysander, Demetrius & Helena.

2:14
Morgan Freeman Discusses Shakespeares take on the Shrew

Morgan Freeman discusses the role of the Shrew in Shakespeare's play.

2:43
Jeremy Irons on Shakespeare Uncovered

Jeremy Irons talks about "Shakespeare Uncovered" and the power of Shakespeare.

1:30
Christopher Plummer on Shakespeare's Dramatic Storm Scene

Christopher Plummer on Shakespeare's dramatic storm scene.

2:23
Education | What is a Soliloquy?

A brief overview of the general characteristics of soliloquies.

0:48
Education | Playing in the Globe - Henry IV

A look at a production of Henry IV as it would have been performed at the Globe.

3:10
Education | The History Behind the Globe

A discussion of how the Globe was first built.

1:17
Education | A Royal Family

An overview of the play that emphasizes the theme of fathers and sons.

3:51
Education | The Globe and its Audience

A visit to the stage of the reconstructed Globe.

2:08
Education | Superior to Men?

One scholar's description of Shakespeare's portrayal of the heroines in his comedies.

0:40

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