This series delves into the lives and careers of actors dedicated to the masterpieces of William Shakespeare. It explores their interpretations of iconic roles, their acting techniques, and the challenges they faced on and off the stage. Discover the profound connection between performers and the characters they bring to life, offering a glimpse into the world of theatrical art and the enduring power of Shakespearean drama.
In 1964, at the age of thirty-three, James Earl Jones won an Obie award for his portrayal of Othello in Joseph Papp's production in Central Park, New York. He brings his vast wealth of experience to this book and articulates the themes and issues in the play, looking at the personal and universal significance of the drama. schovat popis
Vanessa Redgrave, an iconoclastic actor equally adept in classic or modern roles for stage or screen, has played in and directed Antony and Cleopatra a number of times since 1973, both in the UK and the USA.