BBC to bring series on Shakespeare

BBC Two has confirmed an order for comedy series “Upstart Crow” written by Ben Elton. The six-parter about the life of William Shakespeare will air as part of the BBC Shakespeare Festival Image.

David Mitchell will play the Bard at the beginning of his career. Also featured are Harry Enfield, Paula Wilcox, Liza Tarbuck, and Gemma Whelan. 

Part of the series will be the unlikely places from which Shakespeare drew inspiration. 

The 2016 festival of programming and events will mark four centuries since Shakespeare's death. BBC Two's “The Hollow Crown” also forms part of the celebration with three new installments starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Judi Dench. Russell T Davies is also shooting “A Midsummer Night's Dream” for BBC One with Maxine Peake, Matt Lucas, Bernard Cribbins, Elaine Paige and Richard Wilson starring.

Source: Deadline