Making Shakespeare: The First Folio -
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Mon, Jul 14 2:30 P.M. NH Explore (11.2)

Celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's First Folio, which saved 18 plays from being lost. Tracing the First Folio's story, the film also spotlights how New York City's Public Theater presents Shakespeare's work for today's audiences.

Duration: 1 hour 56 minutes and 45 seconds

Episode Number: 4812

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Mon, Jul 14	2:30 P.M.	Making Shakespeare: The First Folio NH Explore (11.2)

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