Understanding Shakespeare: ‘Hamlet’

Synopsis

The first part (80 min) presents a condensed version of Hamlet acted by members of the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain and presented and linked by Martin Jarvis. Ron Daniels of the Royal Shakespeare Company then explores some of the themes and ideas of the play with members of the cast in a workshop setting.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 120 min.

Technical information

Colour / Sound

Year of release

1984

Year of production

1984

Availability

Sale; 1992 sale: £25.50

Documentation

Accompanying booklet contains an illustrated theatrical programme and a discussion by Make Afford of the National Youth Theatre.

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); Workshops; Youth Theatre

Credits

Director

Michael Croft

Producer

Michael Croft

Contributor

Martin Jarvis; Ron Daniels

Distributor (Sale)

Name

Dogley Mill

Phone

0484 607080

Fax

0484 606815

Address

Fenay Bridge
HUDDERSFIELD
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