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My Own Shakespeare
Neil MacGregor
May 21, 2012
Neil MacGregor, British Museum Director, discusses the power of Shakespeare's writing to transport audiences. He focuses on the opening words of Henry V and shares his personal experience of performing Shakespeare at school.
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- Shakespeare's plays transport audiences into imaginary worlds and showcase the power of words to shape people.
- Shakespeare's writing surpasses others in creating vivid and engaging realms that leave a lasting impact and prompt contemplation on the influence of language.
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The Magic of Theatre
The podcast explores the magic of theatre as showcased in Shakespeare's plays. The opening lines of Henry V are examined, where the chorus invites the audience to imagine the great battlefields of England and France. The host reflects on their personal experience of performing Shakespeare at school, highlighting how the plays transport audiences into imaginary worlds and make them contemplate the power of words to shape people.
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