Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays The Rent

Narration: Brendan O’Hea, Barbara Flynn, Judi Dench

Runtime: 12h 5m

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd, 2023

ISBN: 9780241661802

Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays The Rent

Judi Dench


Brought to you by Penguin, this audiobook features Dame Judi Dench in SHAKESPEARE: The Man Who Pays The Rent, where she shares her journey through the plays of Shakespeare. Read by Barbara Flynn and co-author Brendan O’Hea, this audiobook includes an exclusive bonus conversation between Dame Judi Dench and Brendan O’Hea about the book’s creation.

Dame Judi opens up about every Shakespearean role she’s played throughout her seven-decade career, from Lady Macbeth to Cleopatra. Through intimate conversations with Brendan O’Hea, listeners will gain insights into her rehearsal process, as well as her interpretations of famous scenes. Interspersed with anecdotes from her experiences on stage, this audiobook serves as Judi’s love letter to Shakespeare, featuring her unique perspective and sense of humor.