Part 3 features close-readings of three key speeches from Berowne, the most reflective of the lords. Taken from the beginning, middle, and end of the play, these speeches chart his imperfect but growing awareness of ideals beyond the “fame” that comes from study.
Speeches and Performers:
Berowne, Act 1, “I can but say their protestation over …” (Esmonde Cole)
Berowne, Act 4, “Consider what you first did swear unto …” (Esmonde Cole)
Berowne, Act 5, ““Taffeta phrases, silken terms precise …” (Esmonde Cole)