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'It's about second chances' - How the producer of Schitt's Creek and the writer of Baby One More Time teamed up to give Juliet a life beyond Romeo

& Juliet is a vibrant, nostalgic musical that celebrates millennial culture through its blend of iconic music and beloved Shakespearean themes.

Timothy West, Acclaimed British Star of Stage and Screen, Dies Aged 90

Timothy West, celebrated British actor known for his roles in Shakespeare and as Winston Churchill, passed away peacefully at 90.

Streaming: the best Hamlets on screen

'Grand Theft Hamlet' reimagines Shakespeare's tragedy in an innovative digital format, highlighting the enduring appeal and adaptability of the play.

The 12 best London theatre shows of 2024

2024 showcased serious drama in London with influential directors and performances, contrasting the musical landscape that has dominated previous years.

This New Museum Houses Remains Of The Theatre Where Romeo & Juliet First Premiered - Here's How To Sneak A Peek

A new Museum of Shakespeare will open in Shoreditch, showcasing the remains of the Curtain Theatre and enhancing cultural engagement with the Bard.

Coriolanus at the Olivier, National Theatre

Lyndsey Turner's Coriolanus emphasizes the conflict between honor and goodness, driven by the strong influence of his mother.

'It's about second chances' - How the producer of Schitt's Creek and the writer of Baby One More Time teamed up to give Juliet a life beyond Romeo

& Juliet is a vibrant, nostalgic musical that celebrates millennial culture through its blend of iconic music and beloved Shakespearean themes.

Timothy West, Acclaimed British Star of Stage and Screen, Dies Aged 90

Timothy West, celebrated British actor known for his roles in Shakespeare and as Winston Churchill, passed away peacefully at 90.

Streaming: the best Hamlets on screen

'Grand Theft Hamlet' reimagines Shakespeare's tragedy in an innovative digital format, highlighting the enduring appeal and adaptability of the play.

The 12 best London theatre shows of 2024

2024 showcased serious drama in London with influential directors and performances, contrasting the musical landscape that has dominated previous years.

This New Museum Houses Remains Of The Theatre Where Romeo & Juliet First Premiered - Here's How To Sneak A Peek

A new Museum of Shakespeare will open in Shoreditch, showcasing the remains of the Curtain Theatre and enhancing cultural engagement with the Bard.

Coriolanus at the Olivier, National Theatre

Lyndsey Turner's Coriolanus emphasizes the conflict between honor and goodness, driven by the strong influence of his mother.
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Replicating Shakespearean-era printing brings its own dramas and comedy | Aeon Videos

Shakespeare's First Folio is a 1623 collection of plays, crucial for preserving many works, celebrated in a documentary for its 400th anniversary.

This Library Book Was Due in 1923. It Was Returned Last Month.

A returned library book from 1923 unearths family history and past connections, inviting curiosity about its original readers and journeys.

The Eagle and the Hart by Helen Castor review the tragic lives of Richard II and Henry IV

Richard II's troubled reign illustrates the challenges of kingship influenced by family dynamics, leading to turmoil and revolt.

Replicating Shakespearean-era printing brings its own dramas and comedy | Aeon Videos

Shakespeare's First Folio is a 1623 collection of plays, crucial for preserving many works, celebrated in a documentary for its 400th anniversary.

This Library Book Was Due in 1923. It Was Returned Last Month.

A returned library book from 1923 unearths family history and past connections, inviting curiosity about its original readers and journeys.

The Eagle and the Hart by Helen Castor review the tragic lives of Richard II and Henry IV

Richard II's troubled reign illustrates the challenges of kingship influenced by family dynamics, leading to turmoil and revolt.
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The Stage Is Set in Shoreditch This Festive Season

The Stage combines Shakespeare's historical significance with modern artistic interpretations through a unique installation, aiming to become a cultural hub in East London.

'PBJ - The Musical' is a coming-of-age game with Shakespearean sandwiches

Shakespeare would likely write about whimsical, relatable themes like food creativity in today's world, combined with musical and interactive elements.
'PBJ - The Musical' creatively blends traditional storytelling with game mechanics, enhancing player engagement and enjoyment.
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Premium Content: Smith Street Stage reckons with current politics through Shakespeare

Smith Street Stage presents "Richard II," emphasizing themes of politics and identity relevant to current election cycles.

Premium Content: Sam Gold wants young people to fall in love with 'Romeo and Juliet'

Sam Gold is directing 'Romeo and Juliet,' connecting Shakespeare's themes to today's youth through modern music and choreography.

US playwright donates 1m to save home of Shakespeare's daughter

Ken Ludwig's $1 million donation enables crucial conservation of Hall's Croft, the largest contribution in the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust's history.

Grand Theft Hamlet review in-game Shakespeare performance is brilliantly exciting

This innovative GTA in-game production of Hamlet creatively intertwines classic Shakespearean themes with modern video game culture, offering a unique artistic experience.

Smith Street Stage Presents Richard II at Mark O'Donnell Theater

Smith Street Stage will present Shakespeare's Richard II, offering fresh insights into themes of power and morality, from Sept. 11 to Sept. 28.

Coriolanus is a 'tragedy of epic proportions' and is 'worth every penny': Review

The National's production of Coriolanus captivates with its contemporary resonances and gripping performances.

Premium Content: Smith Street Stage reckons with current politics through Shakespeare

Smith Street Stage presents "Richard II," emphasizing themes of politics and identity relevant to current election cycles.

Premium Content: Sam Gold wants young people to fall in love with 'Romeo and Juliet'

Sam Gold is directing 'Romeo and Juliet,' connecting Shakespeare's themes to today's youth through modern music and choreography.

US playwright donates 1m to save home of Shakespeare's daughter

Ken Ludwig's $1 million donation enables crucial conservation of Hall's Croft, the largest contribution in the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust's history.

Grand Theft Hamlet review in-game Shakespeare performance is brilliantly exciting

This innovative GTA in-game production of Hamlet creatively intertwines classic Shakespearean themes with modern video game culture, offering a unique artistic experience.

Smith Street Stage Presents Richard II at Mark O'Donnell Theater

Smith Street Stage will present Shakespeare's Richard II, offering fresh insights into themes of power and morality, from Sept. 11 to Sept. 28.

Coriolanus is a 'tragedy of epic proportions' and is 'worth every penny': Review

The National's production of Coriolanus captivates with its contemporary resonances and gripping performances.
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By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult review Shakespeare was a woman

Jodi Picoult critiques the sexism in literary perception, suggesting her works would be revered if authored by male writers.

What to read this weekend: Family dysfunction at the end of the world, and the woman who challenged Victorian medicine

Julia Armfield's "Private Rites" is a speculative reimagining of King Lear set in an underwater world.

LitWatch October: Chuck Palahniuk's new novel, Halloween fun, and Oregon Jewish Voices 2024

Shakespeare's witches' song embodies Halloween's spirit, inspiring readers to explore literature that delves into darker themes including fear and cultural traditions.

By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult review Shakespeare was a woman

Jodi Picoult critiques the sexism in literary perception, suggesting her works would be revered if authored by male writers.

What to read this weekend: Family dysfunction at the end of the world, and the woman who challenged Victorian medicine

Julia Armfield's "Private Rites" is a speculative reimagining of King Lear set in an underwater world.

LitWatch October: Chuck Palahniuk's new novel, Halloween fun, and Oregon Jewish Voices 2024

Shakespeare's witches' song embodies Halloween's spirit, inspiring readers to explore literature that delves into darker themes including fear and cultural traditions.
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Fresh Takes: Adaptations and original works abound in theaters this month * Oregon ArtsWatch

Contemporary adaptations of classic stories offer entertainment and societal insights, reimagining characters and narratives to reflect modern values.

The best Christmas events in London 2024

By Rotation opens a sustainable partywear rental store just in time for the season.
Grosvenor Square features 30,000 roses illuminated for charity, raising funds for cancer research.
Shakespeare's All's Well That Ends Well will be performed in candlelight this autumn.
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From Backstreet Boys To Britney Spears, This Musical Shows Shakespeare Like You've Never Seen Before

& Juliet reimagines Romeo and Juliet, focusing on Juliet's journey to self-discovery and empowerment after the tragedy.

Romeo and Juliet' Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Plays and Movies

Romeo and Juliet's themes resonate broadly across popular culture, showcasing its adaptability and influence.

From Backstreet Boys To Britney Spears, This Musical Shows Shakespeare Like You've Never Seen Before

& Juliet reimagines Romeo and Juliet, focusing on Juliet's journey to self-discovery and empowerment after the tragedy.

Romeo and Juliet' Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Plays and Movies

Romeo and Juliet's themes resonate broadly across popular culture, showcasing its adaptability and influence.
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Opinion | Why Shakespeare Remains Relevant Today

The financial success of Shakespearean productions doesn't rely solely on big budgets; impactful performances can occur with minimal resources.
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Keanu Reeves at 60: from surfer dude to action hero, his 20 best films ranked!

Keanu Reeves' performances in diverse roles show his range despite criticism, contributing significantly to various films, often in unconventional ways.

Bill Nighy: I stole works of Shakespeare to help me get into drama school

Bill Nighy stole Shakespeare's works to prepare for drama school but ultimately chose not to perform them onstage.

Judi Dench reflects on a career built around Shakespeare : Consider This from NPR

Judi Dench reflects on lifelong remembrance of Shakespearean lines despite memory challenges.

Keanu Reeves at 60: from surfer dude to action hero, his 20 best films ranked!

Keanu Reeves' performances in diverse roles show his range despite criticism, contributing significantly to various films, often in unconventional ways.

Bill Nighy: I stole works of Shakespeare to help me get into drama school

Bill Nighy stole Shakespeare's works to prepare for drama school but ultimately chose not to perform them onstage.

Judi Dench reflects on a career built around Shakespeare : Consider This from NPR

Judi Dench reflects on lifelong remembrance of Shakespearean lines despite memory challenges.
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Universe would die before monkey with keyboard writes Shakespeare, study finds

Mathematicians argue that the infinite monkey theorem is misleading, showing that producing Shakespeare's works is statistically improbable even over massive timescales.

Did you solve it? Art thou smarter than Shakespeare?

Shakespeare had clever ways of encoding numbers in his works.
Elizabethan England had popular gambling games like Hazard.
Shakespeare used various measurements of distance in his writings.

Universe would die before monkey with keyboard writes Shakespeare, study finds

Mathematicians argue that the infinite monkey theorem is misleading, showing that producing Shakespeare's works is statistically improbable even over massive timescales.

Did you solve it? Art thou smarter than Shakespeare?

Shakespeare had clever ways of encoding numbers in his works.
Elizabethan England had popular gambling games like Hazard.
Shakespeare used various measurements of distance in his writings.
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An Acclaimed Canadian Playwright Faces Questions of Pretendianism | The Walrus

The play '1939' explores Indigenous experiences through Shakespeare, blending humor and tragedy to address historical legacies and reconciliation in Canada.
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How the excavation of Shakespeare's Curtain theatre has changed stage history

The Curtain theatre's foundations reveal crucial insights into Shakespeare's legacy and early theatre design.

First photos of London's new Shakespeare museum

The new museum will showcase archaeological remains of the Curtain Playhouse, where Shakespeare's plays were likely first performed.

How the excavation of Shakespeare's Curtain theatre has changed stage history

The Curtain theatre's foundations reveal crucial insights into Shakespeare's legacy and early theatre design.

First photos of London's new Shakespeare museum

The new museum will showcase archaeological remains of the Curtain Playhouse, where Shakespeare's plays were likely first performed.
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Helen Castor: I'd rather not live in such interesting times'

Helen Castor's new book explores the political rivalry between Richard II and Henry IV, encapsulating medieval power dynamics and their historical implications.
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Award-Winning Documentary Filmed Entirely In GTA 5 Is Coming To Streaming And Theaters In 2025

Grand Theft Hamlet creatively stages Shakespeare's Hamlet in the virtual world of Grand Theft Auto during the COVID pandemic, challenging traditional theatre forms.

Mash-up of Grand Theft Auto and Hamlet is coming to theaters in the US

Mubi is set to release 'Grand Theft Hamlet', a unique documentary combining Shakespeare's play with Grand Theft Auto, in early 2025.

Award-Winning Documentary Filmed Entirely In GTA 5 Is Coming To Streaming And Theaters In 2025

Grand Theft Hamlet creatively stages Shakespeare's Hamlet in the virtual world of Grand Theft Auto during the COVID pandemic, challenging traditional theatre forms.

Mash-up of Grand Theft Auto and Hamlet is coming to theaters in the US

Mubi is set to release 'Grand Theft Hamlet', a unique documentary combining Shakespeare's play with Grand Theft Auto, in early 2025.
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I'm surprised how much I love this Hamlet adaptation made entirely in GTA 5

Grand Theft Hamlet uniquely merges Shakespeare with GTA 5, showcasing innovative indie filmmaking during the lockdown and exploring artistic boundaries.

The idiot's apostrophe, West Wing words and 55,000 Bibles take the Thursday quiz

The phrase 'having at' is considered acceptable in a fun quiz context, echoing Shakespeare's usage.

21 things you probably didn't know about '10 Things I Hate About You'

"10 Things I Hate About You" modernized Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" by focusing on sisterly dynamics and romance.

Free Shakespeare in the Park's "The Tempest" (FiDi)

The San Francisco Shakespeare Festival presents free performances of The Tempest in Sue Bierman Park, enhancing local urban vibrancy.

The Comedy of Errors - Globe Theatre

The Comedy of Errors at Shakespeare's Globe is a fun, engaging performance that delivers humor and action without deep thematic exploration.

Anthony and Cleopatra

The Globe Theatre's bilingual Anthony and Cleopatra makes Shakespeare accessible, integrating spoken English and British Sign Language.

Donald Trump is desperate to land a punch on Kamala Harris. But he fails | Sidney Blumenthal

King George III likely suffered from bipolar disorder, influencing his madness and historical governance issues.

"Robot," "Freelance," And "Scientist" Were All Invented By Writers, And 15 Other Words Authors Literally Wrote Into Existence

Shakespeare didn't invent as many words as commonly believed.
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Joe Biden Leaves the Stage

The painful self-removal of Joe Biden from the Presidential race compared to a Shakespearean tragedy.

Gravity and Grace in Richard II - The Paris Review

King Lear is the only one of Shakespeare's tragedies completely permeated with a pure spirit of love.
Richard II is a mysterious and silent tragedy that expresses the themes of gravity and grace.

Gravity and Grace in Richard II - The Paris Review

King Lear is the only one of Shakespeare's tragedies completely permeated with a pure spirit of love.
Richard II is a mysterious and silent tragedy that expresses the themes of gravity and grace.

Joe Biden Leaves the Stage

The painful self-removal of Joe Biden from the Presidential race compared to a Shakespearean tragedy.

Gravity and Grace in Richard II - The Paris Review

King Lear is the only one of Shakespeare's tragedies completely permeated with a pure spirit of love.
Richard II is a mysterious and silent tragedy that expresses the themes of gravity and grace.

Gravity and Grace in Richard II - The Paris Review

King Lear is the only one of Shakespeare's tragedies completely permeated with a pure spirit of love.
Richard II is a mysterious and silent tragedy that expresses the themes of gravity and grace.
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Upcoming: 'Reality TV' version of Shakespeare's 'Love Labor's Lost' in Carroll Park

Shakespeare's 'Love's Labor's Lost' reimagined in a contemporary setting by Smith Street Stage in Carroll Park, portraying gender and sexuality nuances.

Romeo & Juliet with Tom Holland had 'zero intimacy or signs of life': Review

A critique of a minimalist and stiff staging approach for Shakespeare's play.

The National Theatre has just announced its autumn season

David Oyelowo returns to UK stage after 20 years to star in 'Coriolanus' at the National Theatre's 2024 autumn season.

Pandas could be great for SF. They may not be great for Mayor Breed.

Shakespeare's iconic stage direction 'Exit, pursued by a bear' from 'The Winter's Tale' resurfaces in a captivating real-life zoo narrative in San Francisco, hinting at the magical allure of pandas.

Shakespeare to Hit the Road While Central Park Theater Is Closed

Free Shakespeare in the Park in NYC will be smaller-scale and itinerant this year due to renovation of the Delacorte Theater.
Instead of large-scale productions, a smaller production of The Comedy of Errors will tour parks and plazas, followed by outdoor screenings of Much Ado About Nothing.

Tom Holland is latest superstar name in bumper year for London theatre

Tom Holland, known for his role in Marvel's Spider-Man franchise, will be appearing in a new West End production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.
Other celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Matthew Broderick, and Felicity Huffman are also starring in London theater productions.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has just announced its summer season

The Open Air Theatre in Regent's Park has announced its summer season lineup.
The season will include productions of 'Twelfth Night', 'The Secret Garden', and 'Fiddler on the Roof'.

Free And Cheap Things To Do This Week In London: 11-17 December 2023

There are budget-friendly and free things to do in London this week.
Some of the events include a free concert at Queen's House and a comedy night at Love cocktail bar.
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Making It So by Patrick Stewart audiobook review from Shakespeare to stardom

Patrick Stewart chronicles his working-class childhood and his journey to superstardom in his memoir, Making It So.
Stewart reflects on the impact of his violent upbringing and his love for Shakespeare, which led him to a career in acting.

Shakespeare's First Folio: State Library of NSW takes the Bard's radical' 400-year-old book out of the vault

The First Folio, containing Shakespeare's plays, is considered one of the most valuable books in Australia.
The only copy in Australia is now on display at the State Library of NSW.

Making It So by Patrick Stewart audiobook review from Shakespeare to stardom

Patrick Stewart chronicles his working-class childhood and his journey to superstardom in his memoir, Making It So.
Stewart reflects on the impact of his violent upbringing and his love for Shakespeare, which led him to a career in acting.

Shakespeare's First Folio: State Library of NSW takes the Bard's radical' 400-year-old book out of the vault

The First Folio, containing Shakespeare's plays, is considered one of the most valuable books in Australia.
The only copy in Australia is now on display at the State Library of NSW.
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