Shakespeare: Julius Caesar (unabridged)
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WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
Shakespeare: Julius Caesar (unabridged)
Andrew Buchan, Sean Barrett, Andrew Buchan, Pip Carter, etc
[ Naxos Audiobooks / 2 CD ]
Release Date: Monday 26 March 2012
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'How many ages hence
Shall this our lofty scene be acted over
In states unborn and accents yet unknown!' (Act III sc.i)
Julius Caesar is Shakespeare's most political play. He examines whether political assassination can ever be justified, and the effect of this act of violence on its perpetrators. The high ideals of Brutus are tested to the full by the consequences of Julius Caesar's murder, as is the self-interest of Cassius. In the chaos that ensues, the opportunism of Mark Antony and Octavius is served, rather than the cause of freedom. In this classic study of power, Shakespeare shows the devastating effects political decisions can have on personal lives.
"This production works a kind of magic, lending realism to the struggles within. Ambient background noise creates three-dimensional scenes without overwhelming the actors, whose understanding of the material makes the timeless prose contemporary. The play offers a fast pace; thankfully, the performers' phrasing and superb enunciation keep the listener close. Especially enjoyable are the moments that have transcended time to remain a part of our language and culture." Audiofile
