Great Performances “Making Shakespeare: The First Folio” S51E3 November 17 2023 on PBS

Tonight (Friday November 17 2023), PBS broadcasts an episode of the series Great Performances!

Making Shakespeare: The First Folio Season 51 Episode 3 Episode Summary

In this episode of “Great Performances” on PBS, titled “Making Shakespeare: The First Folio,” viewers are invited to celebrate a significant literary milestone—the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s First Folio. This historical document played a vital role in preserving 18 of Shakespeare’s plays that might have otherwise been lost to time.

The episode takes an insightful journey into the significance of the First Folio and its impact on the world of literature. Audiences will learn how this remarkable compilation of Shakespeare’s works helped safeguard his legacy and contributed to the preservation of some of his most iconic plays.

Additionally, the program delves into how New York’s Public Theater approaches the presentation of Shakespeare’s timeless works. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative and artistic efforts that go into bringing Shakespearean masterpieces to life for modern audiences, highlighting the enduring relevance of the Bard’s writings.

What Time is the “Making Shakespeare: The First Folio” Episode On?

The Making Shakespeare: The First Folio episode of Great Performances will be broadcast on November 17 2023 on PBS at 9:00 PM at ET/PT.

Is the “Making Shakespeare: The First Folio” Episode New?

The Making Shakespeare: The First Folio episode of Great Performances is all new!

Great Performances Making Shakespeare: The First Folio Cast & Stars

Main Cast
Julie Andrews

Making Shakespeare: The First Folio Episode Videos & Previews

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Great Performances Series Information

The performing arts anthology series brings best from the worlds of music and dance into viewers' living rooms. From classical music and opera to ballet and musical theater, cameras capture the stage performances of some of the best artists in the world.