Shakespeare in 100 Objects: Deed Box
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This small, tattered, leather-bound box has a surprising amount to tell us about Shakespeare's world
Peter Hewitt Shakespeare in 100 Objects Shakespeare's Works Shakespeare and his World--MOOCCopyright of the artist
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The Play's the Film
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As a graduate of Film Studies, Holly highlights the differences of viewer experiences of theatre in its various forms: from live attendance, fixed recordings of stage productions, and adaptations specific to the silver screen.
Holly Parsons Shakespeare's WorksThe Rarer Action is in Virtue than in Vengeance
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In the final blog post for "The Tempest 400th Anniversary" series, Jo Wilding recounts impressions she experienced whilst watching The RSC's 2009 production of the play.
Jo Wilding Shakespeare's Plays The Tempest 400th AnniversaryStephano and Trinculo
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William Shakespeare's "The Tempest"'s Stefano and Trinculo are more than just fools for comic relief. Take a look into Helen Hargest's insights regarding these two characters' roles within this enigmatic play.
Helen Hargest Shakespeare's Works The Tempest 400th AnniversaryShakespeare in a 100 Objects: Solstice Dish
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Posted on the night of the winter solstice, this post recalls seasonal celebrations of a very different kind, conjured up by the survival of a very special little dish from the SBT Collections.
Peter Hewitt Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsA local inspiration for "The Tempest"?
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In 1588, an enormous storm that hit Stratford-upon-Avon caused a massive flood that affected towns all along the River Avon.
Helen Rees Shakespeare's Life The Tempest 400th AnniversaryShakespeare in 100 Objects: A 'Jordan'
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The ‘jordan’ was popular slang for a chamber-pot or potty, a 16th-17th century domestic item
Shakespeare's Times Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsThe RSC Comes Home
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For the next post in "The Tempest 400th Anniversary" celebration series, Jo Wilding writes an account about the celebrated return of the Royal Shakespeare Company on the night the Royal Shakespeare Theatre reopened their doors.
Jo Wilding Shakespeare's Works The Tempest 400th AnniversaryRalph Koltai, designer for "The Tempest"
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In our next post in "The Tempest 400th Anniversary" celebration series, Mareike talks about Ralph Koltai and the way he transformed the world of stage design.
Mareike Doleschal Shakespeare's Works The Tempest 400th AnniversaryArt to Enchant: Illustrating "The Tempest"
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For another post in our 400th anniversary of "The Tempest" celebration series, Jo takes us through the various illustrations over the years inspired by Shakespeare's magical play.
Jo Wilding Shakespeare's Works The Tempest 400th Anniversary