Vashirdfel Simply A Masterpiece

Freaktana A Major Disappointment

Lollivan It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.

Arianna Moses Let me be very fair here, this is not the best movie in my opinion. But, this movie is fun, it has purpose and is very enjoyable to watch.

MrPunch It was this performance that sparked my interest in Shakespeare. I don't quite know any higher compliment I can give it. I was 11 or 12 at the time, and Shakespeare was foreign to me despite being the same basic language, yet here it was, so live and real.I haven't given it 10 of 10 merely because of its slight shortcomings within the medium. This show was for a live audience, and was filmed for television, not made for television. It's simplicity is charming, though.It works. Watch this show and see what Shakespeare should be. I only wish I could have been there live to see it!ADDITIONAL NOTE: Now that I've read the other reviews, I find it fascinating that everyone has the same comment that they remember it from 20+ years ago!

pstewartmay This was the first time I'd seen Marc Singer. I fell in lust that day and have stayed there ever since. His was, without doubt, the best performance of Petruchio I've ever seen. His language was beautiful music, his delivery perfect and understandable and his body was to die for! I'm sure the other actors did a good job too, but the other performances paled beside his outstanding portrayal and I just don't remember anyone else! Who needs elaborate sets and costumes when the actors can make you see it all with just their performances? I was so impressed I have watched him in anything else he's done (even the not so great stuff). He is wonderful in "If You Could See What I Hear" and "Something For Joey". Any ideas where I can obtain a copy of this Great Performances airing of my very own? (Never mind, I've just bought a DVD copy on Amazon.)

Tamie_Kwist The San Fransisco American Conservatory Theater gives an outstanding performance in a highly acclaimed production of Taming Of The Shrew. Just watching the actors facial expressions will leave you in hysterics. Marc Singer and Freddi Olster have a beautiful chemistry as Petruchio and the impossible Kate. This is one of the best productions of any kind I've ever seen. Anyone wanting to purchase this film can get it through Amazon.com or the Broadway Theater Archive!!!

ranger67 I have to concur with the others who have commented on this show. If I could storm WNET and steal a copy of this I would. I originally saw this in 1983, and have loved it ever since. It is a production that has had a profound effect on me throughout my life. I do truly hope that we can somehow see this released on DVD. I have been told though that no video contracts were ever negotiated. As such before any release, all the participants would have to be contacted and contracted with.