'Theres beggary in the love that can be reckon'd.'
Act 1 scene 1
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Plot synopsis
Following the assassination of Julius Caesar and the battle of Philippi, Mark Antony, Octavius Caesar and Lepidus are the joint rulers of the known world.
Antony, however, is captivated by Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, and is neglecting his military responsibilities to spend time with her at her court in Alexandria, where they live a life of luxary and self-indulgence. This scandal is now the talk of Rome and has created a dangerous rift between Antony and young Octavius Caesar. Read more...
2006 production - Exploring Shakespeare
Explore Gregory Doran's 2006 production featuring Patrick Stewart and Harriet Walter with this multimedia resource. Includes behind-the-scenes interviews, photo galleries and teachers' notes. Find out more...
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