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Shakespeare’s Heroes: Hamlet

Synopsis
First in a seven-part radio series in which Michael Billington asks well-known actors to share their insights on the psychological complexity of the leading figures in Shakespearean tragedies that they have played. In this episode Derek Jacobi is interviewed about his approach to the part of Hamlet.
Series
Shakespeare’s Heroes
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Radio
Availability
Unknown
Subjects
Drama
Keywords
Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Credits

Contributor
Derek Jacobi; Michael Billington

Production Company

Name

BBC World Service

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