Shakespearean Theatre

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 		Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing
Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing is one of his most popular comedies. It deals with themes of love, deceit, infidelity and the differences between the sexes.
Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost
One of Shakespeare's earliest comedies, Love's Labour's Lost is a witty examination of sexual politics. However, it has a most uncomedic conclusion.
Sarah Bernhardt Performing Shakespeare
Sarah Bernhardt is the most famous female actor of her generation. Among her many iconic performances, she is perhaps best known for her work in Shakespearean plays.
Shakespeare's Henry V
Henry V is one of Shakespeare's most popular history plays. Furthermore, it has been used throughout the centuries to promote patriotism in England.
'Now is the Winter of our Discontent' Soliloquy
The phrase 'winter of discontent' is just one of many Shakespearean quotes that have made their way into modern vernacular, but what did it mean in its original context?
Superstition and Macbeth
Superstition is one of the main themes in Macbeth and, aptly, there is a great deal of superstition surrounding the play itself.
Character Analysis of Macbeth
Macbeth is a quintessential tragic hero, because despite his many decent and righteous qualities, his downfall is caused by a fatal flaw in his character.
Hamlet's "To be or Not to be?" Speech
"To be or not to be?" is arguably the most famous line in the entire Shakespearean canon and has been performed by some of the finest actors to grace the stage.
Shakespeare's Measure for Measure
Measure for Measure is one of Shakespeare's most hotly debated plays. An examination of sexual morality, it is a 'problem' play in every sense of the word.
Character Analysis of Iago
Iago is undoubtedly one of Shakespeare's greatest villains, but what is it that makes him so intriguing?
Macbeth's 'Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow'
"Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow, Creeps in this petty pace from day to day, To the last syllable of recorded time..."
All's Well That Ends Well
All's well that ends well, but does it really? The play was written mid-way through Shakespeare's career and it is often categorized as a 'problem play'.
Shakespeare's Othello
Othello is one of Shakespeare's most popular plays. It contains one of his most well-written heroes and, arguably, the very best Shakespearean villain.
Analysis of Romeo & Juliet
Never was a story of more woe/Than this of Juliet and her Romeo.
Analysis of King Lear
King Lear is one of Shakespeare's most popular plays. It is a rich and complex text, with multiple layers and themes.
The Comedy of Errors
The Comedy of Errors is Shakespeare's shortest play, it is known for its wordplay, puns and physical humour.
Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice
There are many interpretations of the representation of Shylock. One thing is certain, he is one of the most fascinating characters in the Shakespearean repertoire.
Richard III - Analysis and Synopsis
Richard III is one of Shakespeare early History Plays. As with many of Shakespeare's plays it is not comfortable in one genre, and it is often referred to as a tragedy.
Shakespeare's As You Like It
As You Like It is considered to be one of Shakespeare's lightest comedies. It contains memorable characters and a satisfactorily happy ending.
Twelfth Night or What You Will
Before Julie Andrews played Victor/Victoria, and before Disney made Mulan, Shakespeare had Viola.
Titus Andronicus: Analysis
Titus Andronicus is certainly not considered to be one of Shakespeare's best, but it is interesting to examine the play as a phase in the playwright's development.
A Midsummer Night's Dream – Analysis & Synopsis
A Midsummer Night's Dream remains one of the Bard's most popular comedies and continues to delight audiences to this day.
Analysis of Julius Caesar
Julius Caesar is one of Shakespeare's most performed plays worldwide. The interest that Shakespeare found in this historical tale has not waned with the passing of time.
An Analysis of Macbeth
Macbeth is one of Shakespeare's most famous plays and it is still one of the most widely performed. But what are the elements that make up this famous Scottish tragedy?
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark - Synopsis & Analysis
Hamlet remains one of Shakespeare's most performed plays. Its popularity has not wavered in over four hundred years. What is it about this play that's so appealing?