Universal Shakespeare?

Synopsis

Five-part series in which Michael Kustow explores Shakespeare’s status as the world’s most popular playwright. In episode one international directors talk about Shakespeare’s universal appeal. Peter Brook discusses his work in Paris with multinational casts, Peter Stein shows how Shakespeare has transformed German drama, and Alan Sinfeld outlines the imperial basis of his worldwide reputation.

Series

Everybody’s Shakespeare

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); Multicultural casting; German drama; Imperialism

Credits

Contributor

Alan Sinfield; Michael Kustow; Peter Brook; Peter Stein

Archive

Name

British Library Sound Archive

Email

listening@bl.uk

Web

http://www.bl.uk/nsa External site opens in new window

Phone

020 7412 7676

Fax

020 7412 7441

Address

96 Euston Road
London
NW1 2DB