In 1959, Paul Robeson returned to the English stage after 23 years’ absence to play Othello in the Shakespeare Memorial Theatre’s 100th Season.
Helen Hargest Black History Month Othello Picture of the MonthMalcolm Davies captures perfectly the humour, wit, and intelligence which David Tennant brought to his portrayal of the role of the student prince, Hamlet, in 2008.
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthIn 1976, Judi Dench and Donald Sinden played Beatrice and Benedick to great acclaim.
Helen Hargest Much Ado About Nothing Picture of the MonthIn 1973, John Barton directed Richard Pasco and Ian Richardson in his “mirror-image” version of the play where the two actors alternated the roles of Richard and Bullingbrook.
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthIn anticipation of Midsummer, we're looking at Malcolm Davies's photograph of Titania's bower from Adrian Noble's 1994 production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream".
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthThis photo depicts the 1960 production of The Winter's Tale, a highly regarded production conjuring up a “mythical Renaissance, a world in which anything could happen and anything did”.
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthIn 1993, director Sam Mendes envisaged 'The Tempest' as a play about theatre, where Prospero’s magic was portrayed specifically as theatre magic.
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthMarch’s Picture of the Month features an image from the RSC’s 2001 production of King John; Shakespeare’s neglected history play, directed by Greg Doran.
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthFebruary's Picture of the Month features an image of Ophelia, from the RSC's acclaimed 2008 production of Hamlet starring David Tennant and directed by Greg Doran.
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthTom and Mig Holte's photo featuring the Night of Revels scene from the RSC’s 1979 production of 'Twelfth Night'.
Helen Hargest Picture of the Month