Is Shakespeare Always Political?

Synopsis

Accompanying event to the British Library’s ‘Shakespeare in Ten Acts’ exhibition. The panellists discuss the political themes within Shakespeare’s plays and consider how he voiced the political issues of his time, and the ways his works have been appropriated by each new generation to suit their own ends. This annual Political Studies Association public event focuses on a small selection of plays, while exploring the breadth of Shakespeare’s work and looking at productions around the world, at political interpretations and at the politics of the audience. Chaired by Dr Elizabeth Frazer, Head of the Department of Politics and International Relations, Oxford University.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Audio

Recording date

20 Jun 2016

Duration

98 mins

Credits

Contributor

Elizabeth Frazer; Glenda Jackson; Michael Billington

Additional Details

Production type

Documentary/Educational/News

Subjects

Drama; Politics & government

Keywords

politics; Shakespeare, William (1564-1616)

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