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Episode 240 | Much Ado
Much Ado About Nothing – Intro
An introduction to our series on Much Ado About Nothing where we talk history, structure, and the building blocks of comedy.
Episode 241 | Much Ado About Arrivals
Much Ado About Nothing – Act I scene 1
Don Pedro, the Prince of Aragon, has come to visit the house of Leonato, governor of Messina. A cast of colorful characters is introduced.
Episode 242 | Much Ado About Plots
Much Ado About Nothing – Act I scene 2, 3
Leonato is misinformed by his brother, and Don John wants to bite.
Episode 243 | Much Ado About Masks
Much Ado About Nothing – Act II scene 1
In the midst of a clever dance we encounter witty word play, misconceptions, and a new challenge.
Episode 244 | Much Ado About Deception
Much Ado About Nothing – Act II scene2, 3
Don John finds another way, while Benedick is made sport of.
Episode 245 | Much Ado About Noting
Much Ado About Nothing – Act III scene 1
Beatrice hears some unexpected gossip.
Episode 246 | Much Ado About Perception
Much Ado About Nothing – Act III scene 2
Benedick undergoes a transformation, and Don John sows doubt.
Episode 247 | Much Ado About Vigitance
Much Ado About Nothing – Act III scene 3
It’s the night before the wedding as the watch receive their instructions and try to keep the peace.
Episode 248 | Much Ado About Anticipation
Much Ado About Nothing – Act III scene 4, 5
Hero prepares for her wedding, Beatrice isn’t feeling so hot, Dogberry and Verges have it handled.