Shakespeare Today: Richard III - Act 1 Summary

The video provides a plot summary of Act One of Richard III by Shakespeare. It introduces Richard, Duke of Gloucester, a villain with physical deformities and a twisted mind. Richard plots against his brothers, Clarence and King Edward, to secure the throne. He manipulates Lady Anne, despite having killed her husband and father-in-law. Queen Elizabeth worries about Richard's influence, while Queen Margaret curses him for her family's downfall. Clarence has a nightmare and is later murdered by Richard's assassins. The video ends with a teaser for Act Two.

What are Queen Elizabeth's concerns regarding Richard's influence?

How does Richard manipulate the situation to his advantage during the party?

What does Queen Margaret do during the argument between Richard and Elizabeth?

What is the significance of Clarence's nightmare in the context of the play?