Isabella

Synopsis

Sixth in a 10-part radio series seeking the views of leading actors on individual Shakespearean roles. In the 15-minute episode, Juliet Stevenson describes how she tackled the part of Isabella from Measure for Measure and explores what it is about Shakespeare’s characters that continues to fascinate audiences and performers.

Series

Playing a Part

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Radio

Transmission details

25 May 1994 at 01:30 (Channel: BBC World Service)

Duration

15 mins

Availability

Unknown

Credits

Producer

Jenny Bowen

Cast

Juliet Stevenson

Isabella

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Plays

Measure for Measure

Subjects

Drama

Keywords

acting; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

Notes

History

Broadcast on BBC Radio World Service as part of the ‘Shakespeare today’ season. Transmitted 20 April-22 June 1994, in ten 15-minute parts. There is no credit or content information for the second episode of the series which was broadcast on 27/4/1994.

Reviews

In the article ‘Why this Juliet is not reliant on Romeo’ Stevenson talks to Ann McFelran on how she approached the part of Isabella (BBC Worldwide, April 1994, pp. 12-14).

Production Company

Name

BBC World Service