Shakespeare Uncovered

Ethan Hawke invites viewers to join him in his quest to play Shakespeare's murderous Thane of Cawdor by uncovering the true story that served as inspiration, immersing himself in some of the most memorable and innovative productions and discovering Shakespeare's extraordinary insights into the criminal mind.

Joely Richardson investigates (with her mother Vanessa Redgrave) the legacy of these two brilliant cross-dressing comedies and the great comic and romantic heroines created by Shakespeare in two perennially popular plays.

In returning to the role of a deposed monarch whose crown is taken from him, Derek Jacobi takes a 360-degree view of this great political thriller whose title character he played more than 30 years ago.

Join Jeremy Irons as he uncovers the enduring appeal of Shakespeare's "history plays."

Meet with David Tennant and fellow Hamlets who compare notes on the challenge of playing the iconic role.

Travel with director Trevor Nunn through the magical, mysterious world of the Bard's last complete play.