The Archives: 1968




On the set of "A Midsummer Night's Dream", Peter Hall's adaptation of William Shakespeare's classic play. During rehearsals for "Troilus
and Cressida" at the RSC. Attening a press reception for "Age of Consent" in Brisbane, Queensland.
In a second successful year with the Royal Shakespeare Company, Helen played Phebe in the RSC production of "As You Like It", and Hero in "Much Ado About Nothing"
opposite Janet Suzman and Alan Howard. She also appeared in another feature film - a big screen adaptation by Peter Hall of "A Midsummer Night's Dream", starring as
Hermia opposite David Warner, Diana Rigg, Ian Richardson, Ian Holm and Judi Dench. By the end of the year, Mirren would leave England for Australia, shooting a first
starring role in a film.
Productions (4)