Albuquerque actor Paul Ford is featured in this glimpse into the epic and timeless tragic dramatic work by William Shakespeare. The character and significance of Lear and his relationships with his daughters, his court and his fate are expressed by commentary and insights from ‘Person-on-the-Street’ clips. David R. Jones, the co-founder and former Artistic Director of the Vortex Theater provides context throughout the 15-minute work.

“King Lear – Episode #4” is part of the “Drive-By Shakespeare” series of short educational films that are structured to introduce students, teachers and the general public into the Shakespeare’s universal poetry that has been appreciated for centuries and on every continent of the world.