Shakespeare's Tragedies and an Acting Lesson: Crash Course Theater #15

The video explores Shakespearean tragedy, contrasting it with Greek tragedy by highlighting its embrace of on-stage violence. It delves into Elizabethan theater, discussing the structure, acting companies, and performance styles. The video examines the characteristics of Shakespeare's tragedies, focusing on themes like fate, free will, and the complexity of tragic heroes. A detailed analysis of 'King Lear' is provided, exploring its plot, themes, and character dynamics.

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