This sixteenth-century textile fragment was originally thought to be part of a wall-hanging, often called an arras, which features in some Shakespeare's works.
Victoria Jackson Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsAnna Griffiths looks at part of the iconic costume worn by Antony Sher in Bill Alexander’s 1984 production of Richard III.
Shakespeare's Villains RIchard IIIIn this blog post, archivist John Benson explains and transcribes the only letter we have addressed to William Shakespeare: the letter from Richard Quiney, father-in-law to Shakespeare's daughter Judith.
John Benson Behind the Scenes Shakespeare's LifeAnna Griffiths is in the stacks at the Shakespeare Centre looking at early representations of Tamora, a villain from Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus.
Shakespeare's VillainsElizabeth Sharrett looks at the significance of biblical imagery in Tudor embroidery.
Elizabeth Sharrett Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsAnna Griffiths, in the strong rooms at the Shakespeare Centre, investigates some of the origins of the Iachimo story, one of Shakespeare's most notorious villains.
Shakespeare's VillainsThis 17th century portrait of an unknown couple is a mysterious item from the collections. Peter Hewitt explores who the couple could be.
Peter Hewitt Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsFor July's Picture of the Month, we're looking at an image from the RSC's 1984 production of 'Love's Labour's Lost'.
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthFind out about this early twentieth century reverend's take on Iago, one of Shakespeare's most notorious villains.
Shakespeare's VillainsDiscover representations of Shylock through this 19th century figure in our collections at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.
Shakespeare's Villains Shakespeare and his World--MOOC