2002 Paper 2 - Section 1

Always make sure you see a live performance of a Shakespeare drama (if you can at all!). If it is impossible, get your hands on a good video /DVD of the play by a reputable company (RSC / BBC or whatever).

Imagine yourself as a director! How do you think a scene, an act should be played? Consider the lighting, the props … all that goes to make a live performance.

Let the essence of the play be reflected in the text of your response!