Shakespeare in the Present

This 8-disc collection showcases Patsy Rodenburg's approach to acting, focusing on voice and movement. Filmed at Michael Howard Studios in New York and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, it captures her comprehensive series on the techniques essential for performing Shakespeare.

Actors such as Joseph Fiennes and Lynn Cohen demonstrate these methods through speeches from classic plays like Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and King Lear. Collectors interested in theatrical training and Shakespearean performance will find value in this unique presentation of Patsy's sought-after exercises. With its focus on practical application, this series serves as a resource for both actors and enthusiasts of drama.