East

Synopsis
Documentary series on archaeology. This episode looks at the east of Britain. Finds include the theatre where Shakespeare premiered Romeo and Juliet and Henry V, complete with sound effect props and evidence that Shakespeare’s original audience was much rowdier than you might expect. Presented by Professor Alice Roberts.
Series
Digging for Britain
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Television
Technical information
Colour / Sound
Transmission details
20 Dec 2016 at 21:00 (Channel: BBC4)
Duration
60 mins

Credits

Contributor
Alice Roberts (2)

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Subjects
Archaeology; Drama; History
Keywords
theatre history; Elizabethan stage

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How to cite this record

Shakespeare, "East". https://learningonscreen.ac.uk/shakespeare/search/index.php/title/av77495 (Accessed 26 Nov 2024)