Synopsis
Shakespeare's most popular and widely studied plays are unlocked by actors and directors at the Royal Shakespeare Company. Key scenes from Macbeth are explored through performance, to unlock the meaning of language and development of character.

Shakespeare: The Animated Tales | Macbeth
Soviet animation of the famous tragedy, with the voices of Alec McCowen, Brian Cox, Zoe Wanamaker, Clive Merrison, Patrick Brennan, Laurence Payne and Mary Wimbush. Text abridged by Leon Garfield.

Bard on the Box | Mick Appleyard - Redundant Miner
Celebrity Shakespeare devotees join members of the public to recite some of Shakespeare’s best-known and best-loved speeches and sonnets. This reading is by Mick Appleyard. Shown as part of Shakespeare Fortnight.