Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe (2004)
William Shakespeare's darkest comedy, Measure for Measure. Live from Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London, this television production of the play was broadcast on BBC4 on Sept 4, 2004. Directed for stage by John Dove and for television by Janet Fraser Cook. Presented by Andrew Marr and with comment from historian David Starkey, actress Juliet Stevenson and the production’s director John Dove. Starring Mark Rylance, Liam Brennan and Sophie Thompson.
Director: John Dove, Janet Fraser-Crook
Genre: Drama, Comedy, TV Movie
Runtime: 173 min
Release Date: September 4, 2004
Cast
- Mark Rylance - Vincentio, Duke of Vienna
- Liam Brennan - Angelo
- Sophie Thompson - Isabella
- Peter Shorey - Mistress Overdone
Production: BBC, BBC Four, Shakespeare's Globe
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Dark Humor and Macabre Comedy, Dark Comedy and Twisted Humor, Dark Comedy and Irony
Keywords
dark comedy, live theatre
More Films by Director: John Dove, Janet Fraser-Crook
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe about?
- William Shakespeare's darkest comedy, Measure for Measure. Live from Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London, this television production of the play was broadcast on BBC4 on Sept 4, 2004. Directed for stage by John Dove and for television by Janet Fraser Cook. Presented by Andrew Marr and with comment from historian David Starkey, actress Juliet Stevenson and the production’s director John Dove. Starring Mark Rylance, Liam Brennan and Sophie Thompson.
- Who directed Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe?
- Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe was directed by John Dove, Janet Fraser-Crook.
- Who stars in Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe?
- Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe stars Mark Rylance, Liam Brennan, Sophie Thompson, Peter Shorey.
- How long is Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe?
- Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe has a runtime of 2h 53m (173 minutes).
- What genre is Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe?
- Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe is a Drama, Comedy, TV Movie film.
- What are the themes of Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe?
- The themes of Measure for Measure: Live from The Globe include: Dark Humor and Macabre Comedy, Dark Comedy and Twisted Humor, Dark Comedy and Irony.