The Sonnets by William Shakespeare

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William Shakespeare’s Sonnets are among the most beautiful and most fascinating poems ever written. The contributors include actors Patrick Stewart, David Tennant, Simon Callow, Fiona Shaw, Simon Russell Beale, Kim Cattrall, Dominic West and Stephen Fry, as well as prominent experts on Shakespeare such as Professor James Shapiro and voice coach Cicely Berry. The mysteries and marvels of Shakespeare’s Sonnets are revealed as never before in these vivid, compelling and accessible performances.

1 - Part 1

Experience the marvel and mystery of Shakespeare's sonnets like never before in this vivid performance series. This episode features Sonnets 1 to 51, an immortal collection of love poems, brought to life by a star-studded cast including Sir Patrick Stewart, David Tennant, Siân Phillips, and Fiona Shaw. Poets Don Paterson and Sir Andrew Motion lend their voices to some of the most exquisite verses ever written, while leading scholars, such as Professors Katherine Duncan-Jones and James Shapiro, unravel the sonnets' origins and the mindset of their enigmatic author. Each sonnet is performed with highlighted text, allowing viewers to immerse themselves in and understand these timeless works with unparalleled clarity. This groundbreaking series redefines the art of filmed readings.

50 min

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2 - Part 2

If only Shakespeare himself could have streamed this episode, which explores the tragedy of absence and yearning. This episode features sonnets 52 to 103. These sonnets rank among his most enthralling works, revealing deep insecurities with unflinching candor. The Bard's poetry comes alive through a stellar cast, including Dame Harriet Walter, Simon Callow, and Stephen Fry, while rare glimpses of the original 1609 quarto transport viewers across four centuries of literary history. Immerse yourself in these masterpieces, where extended metaphors flourish, emotions take shape, and the rhythm of iambic pentameter unveils eternal truths about love, jealousy, and the human condition.

53 min

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3 - Part 3

From Shakespeare's timeless pen comes a masterful blend of passion and profound introspection. This episode features Sonnets 104 to 154. These sonnets introduce the enigmatic Dark Lady, whose presence ignites fevered longing. The Poet's love for her burns like an all-consuming flame. Sir Patrick Stewart and David Tennant provide a lyrical gateway, while Stephen Fry delivers Sonnet 130's satirical brilliance with wit and charm: "My mistress' eyes are nothing like the sun." Cicely Berry, the esteemed voice coach, offers a visceral response to Sonnet 129: "The expense of spirit in a waste of shame / Is lust in action." Experience a kaleidoscope of timeless truths about the human condition, exquisitely captured in the delicate interplay of words.

52 min

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