imagine… - S09E01: Being Hamlet

Name: Being Hamlet
Genre: Documentary, News
Released: 2006-05-23
Duration: 50 min

May 23, 2006Documentary, NewsSeason 9, Episode 1

Alan Yentob follows Welsh actor Wayne Cater and three other Hamlet hopefuls as they prepare for a Shakespeare role that has become a rite of passage for all who have taken it on. With advice and support from ex-Hamlets Ralph Fiennes, Derek Jacobi, David Warner, Jonathan Pryce and Simon Russell Beale.

Cast: Alan Yentob

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imagine… S09E01 Synopsis

Stream imagine… "Being Hamlet" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2006-05-23, this episode is part of Season 9 of imagine…. Featuring performances from Alan Yentob among the cast. With a runtime of 50m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary and News series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Alan Yentob follows Welsh actor Wayne Cater and three other Hamlet hopefuls as they prepare for a Shakespeare role that has become a rite of passage for all who have taken it on. With advice and support from ex-Hamlets Ralph Fiennes, Derek Jacobi, Da...