This study of the Shakespearean director as viewed through various interpretations of 'Hamlet' is a welcome addition to our understanding of how essential it is for a director to have a clear vision of a great play. It is an important study from which all of us who love Shakespeare and who understand the importance of continuing contemporary exploration may gain new insights. From the Foreword, by Joe Dowling, Artistic Director, The Guthrie Theater, Minneapolis, MN