Shakespearean Theatre

Feature Writer: Samantha Markham
Shakespeare is one of the most significant dramatists in not only the English-speaking world, but also globally. His plays remain incredibly popular and their influence continues to resonate in modern theatre.
Here you can get to grips with Shakespeare’s plays, with articles on analyzing Shakespeare , as well as character studies and discussions of famous speeches, such as Portia's "The quality of mercy ".
Additionally, you can read literary criticism (Much Ado As Gender Satire), controversy (Are Shakespeare's Comedies Funny?) and reviews of Shakespeare productions (Othello at The Globe). We also have articles on Shakespeare's dramatic techniques, such as soliloquies, stage directions, and his fascinating use of language. If you can't find a subject you're looking for, send us an email!
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Samantha Markham
Nov 6, 2009
Shakespeare's Henry V
In: Shakespearean Theatre (general)
Henry V is one of Shakespeare's most popular history plays. Furthermore, it has been used throughout the centuries to promote patriotism in England.
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Oct 30, 2009
'Now is the Winter of our Discontent' Soliloquy
In: Shakespearean Theatre (general)
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?
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Oct 29, 2009
Superstition and Macbeth
In: Shakespearean Theatre (general)
Superstition is one of the main themes in Macbeth and, aptly, there is a great deal of superstition surrounding the play itself.
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Oct 24, 2009
Character Analysis of Macbeth
In: Shakespeare Tragedies
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.
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Oct 18, 2009
Hamlet's "To be or Not to be?" Speech
In: Shakespeare Tragedies
"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.
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Oct 15, 2009
Shakespeare's Measure for Measure
In: Shakespearean Theatre (general)
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.
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Oct 8, 2009
Character Analysis of Iago
In: Shakespeare Tragedies
Iago is undoubtedly one of Shakespeare's greatest villains, but what is it that makes him so intriguing?
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Sep 30, 2009
Macbeth's 'Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow'
In: Shakespeare Tragedies
"Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow, Creeps in this petty pace from day to day, To the last syllable of recorded time..."
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