Andrew Marr’s introduction | The Duchess of Malfi: BBC Arts at the Globe

Andrew Marr introduces John Webster's tragedy 'The Duchess of Malfi', which is being performed in a new candlelit theatre at the globe.

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  • Clip length: 3'47''
  • Broadcast year: 2014
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  • English Literature | Pre 19th-century texts | The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster | Plot summary
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Four
  • Programme: The Duchess of Malfi: BBC Arts at the Globe
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