Unlock the clues in Shakespeare's plays
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Using a range of scenes and speeches from William Shakespeare's 鈥楻omeo and Juliet鈥 it examines techniques used by the playwright to convey his vision, as well as techniques used by actors and directors to interpret the plays.
The programme, presented by Ed Petrie and C大象传媒鈥檚 Naomi Wilkinson, explores Shakespeare's use of the shared sonnet, iambic pentameter and antithesis - devices used in many of his works.
Interactive educational activities are led by Director Justin Audibert, with performances by RSC actors Akiya Henry, Joseph Arkley and Rina Mahoney.
This edited programme was first streamed live to schools in April 2016. Please note that we are no longer reviewing emails and messages from schools for inclusion in the lesson.
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