Drama | Shakespeare’s Fire

Jane Horrocks and Jasper Britton star in a comedy about the fire that marked the end of Shakespeare's career. Poet Glyn Maxwell's true story of royal favour and burnt trousers.

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Licence: ERA Licence required

Content
  • Type: Entertainment
  • Channel: BBC Radio 4
  • Duration: 45'00''
  • Broadcast date: 2015
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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  • Shakespeare Archive Resource
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