The fragments of the past that we see on stage reveal the significance of our lives today more than all the talk shows and reality programming of our popular culture.

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.

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.

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

Bill interviews author Herman Gollob on the modern relevance of Shakespeare's work.

This episode features three very different artists who share an ability to transport audiences and instill hope with their poetry.

The 13th-century Islamic mystic Jelaluddin Rumi is brought to life in this revealing look at his works.

The director of the Los Angeles Festival talks with Bill about his controversial theater work.

The brilliant young theater directory discusses music and the future of Los Angeles and its art world.