Contrasting Shakespeare's elevated language with modern naturalistic speech.

John Barton and company examine blank verse. Its strengths and particularities are discussed in great detail. Members of the cast try out various readings.

John Barton and the cast discuss how Shakespeare defines his character by the language they speak, and how the characters attempt to achieve their aims by means of what they say and how they say it.

John Barton and members of the RSC present a workshop on how Shakespeare used the soliloquy to directly connect the character with the audience.

John Barton and the RSC actors consider the subtle shadings produced by irony, ambiguity and sarcasm, and how best to express them.

John Barton and the actors analyze a scene from Twelfth Night, identifying pointers towards character and staging.

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The bard's unparalleled poetry is celebrated and examined in its glory.