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A Taste of Shakespeare

Pericles

Season 1, Episode 4 • Classics

Type: Shakespeare
Play: Pericles
Director: Gavin Struthers
Performed at: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London
Year: 1995

Presented by Lord Birkett, the episode makes Shakespeare's play approachable for a broad audience. The analysis is also an educational tool, shedding light on the timeless themes and intricate character dynamics that define "Pericles."

Tags
Shakespeare, TV Series, Arts & Culture, Behind-The-Scenes, Drama, Classical Drama, Everything Shakespeare
Cast
Gavin Struthers Director

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