Hamlet
Synopsis
The National Youth Theatre of Great Britain present an abridged version of Shakespeare's play, with explanatory links and introductions by Martin Jarvis. Following the presentation of the play, members of the company are shown in a workshop with actor-director Ron Daniels.
Top Cast
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Martin Jarvis
Self - Presenter
Marc Culwick
Hamlet
Nathaniel Parker
Claudius
Matthew Townshend
Polonius
Nick King
Laertes
Tim Tracey
Horatio
David Thorpe
Rosencrantz
Jonathan Wingrave
Guildenstern
Robert Bristow
Osric
Lloyd Owen
Ghost / First Grave-Digger
David Elmes
The Players: The King
Edward Kemp
The Players: The Queen / Gentleman / Priest
Jonathan Cake
Lucianus
Charles De'Ath
The Players: Prologue
Julian McCready
The Players: Clown
Ben Ashwood
Messenger
Philip Machers
Second Grave-Digger
Steven Payne
Fortinbras
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1984
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Croft, Frank Hayes
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Title
- Hamlet
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Schofield & Sims Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Croft, Frank Hayes
William Shakespeare
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Croft
Director
Frank Hayes
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hamlet
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What is Hamlet about?
The National Youth Theatre of Great Britain present an abridged version of Shakespeare's play, with explanatory links and introductions by Martin Jarvis. Following the presentation of the play, members of the company are shown in a workshop with actor-director Ron Daniels.
Who directed Hamlet?
Hamlet was directed by Michael Croft, Frank Hayes.
Who stars in Hamlet?
The principal cast of Hamlet includes Martin Jarvis, Marc Culwick, Nathaniel Parker, Matthew Townshend, Nick King.
When was Hamlet released and how long is it?
Hamlet was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.