"The Deacon’s Masterpiece or, the Wonderful 'One-Hoss Shay'"

After the broadcast interview ended the actor talked to Bill about why he passed on the part of King Lear 20 years ago and his reason for taking it this time around.

The actor talks about his role in the new film about the a recently married gay couple.

John Lithgow joins Bill to talk about the challenges and triumphs of playing Shakespeare's greatest role, and why we are so drawn to the tale of this flawed, contradictory leader at this moment.

The artistic director of NYC's Public Theater notes that some Shakespeare plays become particularly popular when they reflect the America we live in.

Experience the artistic power and beauty of words with Maurice Sendak and John Lithgow.

The actor and children's book author shows off an unexpected side of himself...poetry lover.

Bill talks to actor, singer, author and fellow poetry lover John Lithgow about the enduring power of art.