Changing Stages | 1: Shakespeare

Duration: 58'07''

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The first in a new six-part series in which Richard Eyre gives his personal view of the story of theatre over the last 100 years. This week, he looks at the enduring popularity of Shakespeare, aided by contributions from leading names in the theatre, including Tom Stoppard, Peter Brook, Judi Dench, Arthur Miller, Ian McKellen, Trevor Nunn, Peter Hall and the late John Gielgud.

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