Shakespeare Outdoors

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UW professor Richard Knowles and two actors from American Players Theater share their insights into the joys and challenges of working in outdoor theater, what it was like to attend a play in Shakespeare’s time, and how Shakespeare went about creating such vibrant, enduring characters. And what about those minor roles and the temptation to steal a scene? Along the way, we’ll also hear some scenes from some of the plays.

Episode Credits

  • Norman Gilliland Host