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Historical sketch show, based on the successful books by Terry Deary.

Sensational Shakespeare

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Horrible Histories: Sensational Shakespeare

Richard Atwill

Richard David-Caine

Jalaal Hartley

Jessica Ransom

Thom Tuck

Gemma Whelan

Mel Giedroyc

Miles Jupp

Louise Ford

Daniel Lawrence Taylor

Dominique Moore

Natalie Walter

Jon Culshaw

John Eccleston

Steve Connelly

Lisa Mitchell

Tom Miller

Simon Welton

Richard Bradley

Ben Ward

Lucy Clarke

Dave Cohen

Toby Davies

Gerard Foster

Danny Peak

Steve Punt

George Sawyer

Joe Tucker

Raphael Warner

Horrible Histories: Specials: Sensational Shakespeare

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A look at the life and times of William Shakespeare.

A special episode of the historical sketch show. A look at the life and times of William Shakespeare, from his humble beginnings to his success.

The Bafta Award-winning Horrible Histories returns for a run of three specials, beginning with Sensational Shakespeare. 

April 2016 marks the 400th anniversary of the death of Britain's greatest playwright, William Shakespeare (or is it William Shagspeare or Willm Shakspere - even the great Bard himself didn't know!). In this episode, we look at the life and times of the playwright - from his largely unknown and humble beginnings in Stratford, through his times as a jobbing actor in London, to his success as the country's most respected and financially savvy writer. Along the way we meet his gang of London friends, the playwrights, poets and brawlers Marlowe, Jonson and Spenser. The episode looks at Shakespeare's little-known financial prowess, his legacy and the lasting influence of his work - not bad for a plot-stealing pen for hire! We also explore the social history of Britain and the world, and how, if you wanted to avoid the plague, it was important to eat your none-a-day portion of fruit and veg. All this served up with a healthy dollop of poo and wee! 

Also with, of course, our trusty host Rattus to guide the way!

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Historical sketch show based on the successful series of books.

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