Michael Hordern

Synopsis

Television arts documentary. Michael Hordern talks about the role of Prospero. He speaks of the challenges that the role presents, emphasising Prospero’s humility and compassion. He fears the dangers of indulging in the beauty of the verse and talks of his dislike of a too intellectual an approach. Passages from I ii and Iv i and the epilogue are performed in the studio.

Series

Tempo - The Actor and the Role

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Television

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Credits

Director

Helen Standage

Producer

John Irwin

Contributor

Derek Hart

Cast

Michael Hordern

Production Company

Name

ABC

Archive

Name

BFI National Archive

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