East

Synopsis

Documentary series on archaeology. This episode looks at the east of Britain. Finds include the theatre where Shakespeare premiered Romeo and Juliet and Henry V, complete with sound effect props and evidence that Shakespeare’s original audience was much rowdier than you might expect. Presented by Professor Alice Roberts.

Series

Digging for Britain

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Television

Technical information

Colour / Sound

Transmission details

20 Dec 2016 at 21:00 (Channel: BBC4)

Duration

60 mins

Credits

Contributor

Alice Roberts (2)

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Subjects

Archaeology; Drama; History

Keywords

theatre history; Elizabethan stage

Archive

Name

BFI National Archive

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