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“The Merchant of Venice” with F. Murray Abraham

Untangle the controversies of “The Merchant of Venice” with host F. Murray Abraham.

“Much Ado About Nothing”

Explore the history and themes in “Much Ado About Nothing” with host Helen Hunt.

About Shakespeare Uncovered

Shakespeare Uncovered combines history, biography, iconic performances, new analysis, and the personal passions of its celebrated hosts Helen Hunt, F. Murray Abraham, Romola Garai, Brian Cox, Simon Russell Beale and Sir Antony Sher host the third season to tell the stories behind the stories of Shakespeare’s greatest plays.

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