Shakespeare for My Father

Synopsis: Video recording of a workshop conceived, written and performed by Lynn Redgrave. Lynn Redgrave explores her relationship with her emotionally distant father, Sir Michael Redgrave, through the texts of the Shakespeare’s plays in which he appeared. The solo performance piece also touches on other members of the Redgrave family - her mother Rachel Kempson, her brother Corin and sister Vanessa.
Language: English
Country: United States
Medium: Video
Technical information: Colour / Sound
Recording date: 30 Mar 1992
Duration: 108 mins

Director

John Clark

Writer

Lynn Redgrave

Cast

Lynn Redgrave

Theatre: Bruno Walter Auditorium. New York Library for the Public Arts
Production type: Stage Recordings
Subjects: Drama
Keywords: Shakespeare, William (1564-1616); Redgrave, Michael; One-Person shows

Notes: The show ran c 77 minutes. The tape includes comments and questions from audience members which Ms Redgrave fielded after the performance. The show moved to Broadway at the Helen Hayes Theatre (April 26 1993-January 2 1994), a total of 266 performances.
Awards: Nominated for 1993 Tony Award - Best Actress in a Play and 1993 Drama Desk Award - outstanding One-Person Show.

SHAKESPEARE