In each volume of the Shakespeare on Stage series; a leading actor takes us behind the scenes; recreating in detail a memorable performance in one of Shakespeare#8217;s major roles. They discuss their character; working through the play scene by scene; with refreshing candour and in forensic detail. The result is a masterclass on playing the role; invaluable for other actors and directors; as well as students of Shakespeare #150; and fascinating for audiences of the play. In this volume; Kevin Spacey discusses his Shakespearean debut as the title role in the Old Vics high-tech; modern-dress production ofRichard II. This interview; together with the others in the series (with actors such as Judi Dench; Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart); is also available in the collection Shakespeare on Stage: Thirteen Leading Actors on Thirteen Key Roles by Julian Curry; with a foreword by Trevor Nunn. absorbing and original... Currys actors are often thinking and talking as that other professional performer; Shakespeare himself; might have done TLS
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