The Making of Julius Caesar: Royal Shakespeare Company

The Making of Julius Caesar: Royal Shakespeare Company (2012)

Documentary

From early rehearsals to the final performance, this in-depth exploration provides a behind-the-scenes look at how the RSC reimagined a Shakespearean classic for modern audiences. As Gregory Doran's directorial vision unfolds, traditional African dance is seamlessly integrated into Caesar's triumphant entrance and Mark Antony's funeral speech, while the set designers create a palpable atmosphere of dictatorship and unrest. Cyril Nri (Cassius) discusses how the cast draws on African leadership archetypes to infuse the narrative with cultural relevance, and Paterson Joseph (Brutus) reflects on his character's internal conflict, highlighting how it mirrors the difficult choices faced by contemporary revolutionaries. The documentary intersperses live performances with audience reactions, highlighting the powerful resonance of the adaptation.

Casts

	Gregory Doran as Himself
	John Wyver as Himself
	Jeffery Kissoon as Himself / Julius Caesar
	Joseph Mydell as Himself / Casca
	Samantha Lawson as Herself / Calpurnia
	Cyril Nri as Himself / Cassius
	Chinna Wodu as Himself / Cinna the Conspirator
	Paterson Joseph as Himself / Brutus
	Matilda Wainwright as Herself
	Adjoa Andoh as Herself / Portia
	Andrew French as Himself / Titinius
	Chiké Okonkwo as Himself / Messala
	Mark Ebulue as Himself / Cato
	Ray Fearon as Himself / Mark Antony
	Simon Manyonda as Himself / Lucius
	Theo Ogundipe as Himself / Soothsayer
	Ivanno Jeremiah as Himself / Octavius

Crew