Shakespeare's Villains - Shylock
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Discover representations of Shylock through this 19th century figure in our collections at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.
Shakespeare's Villains Shakespeare and his World--MOOCCopyright of the artist
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Shakespeare's Villains - Caliban
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Maddie, Victoria, and John from the Collections team have explored our archives. discovering reviews of productions of 'The Tempest' at the RSC over the years. In this video, they explain some of their findings concerning Caliban.
Shakespeare in 100 Objects: Elizabethan knot garden
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Stephanie Appleton, doctoral reseacher at the University of Birmingham, explores the significance of the Elizabethan knot garden.
Stephanie Appleton Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsShakespeare's Villains - Macbeth
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Watch as Greg Wyatt discusses the character and figure of Macbeth in Shakespeare's New Place gardens.
Macbeth Shakespeare's VillainsPicture of the Month - June 2011
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This month we're focusing on an image of Antony Sher and Harriet Walter playing Macbeth and Lady Macbeth in the RSC's 1999 production, directed by Gregory Doran.
Helen Hargest Picture of the MonthStratford-upon-Avon: A Brewing Town
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There's little doubt of what Stratford is best known for, yet ask enthusiasts of real ale and you may get a different answer. Read about Stratford's history with breweries in the form of Flower and Sons.
Stratford-upon-Avon“A Pearl in Every Cowslip's Ear”
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In celebration of Shakespeare's birthday, Jo Wilding talks to us about the beautiful - and commonly referenced by the Bard himself - cowslip flower.
Jo Wilding Shakespeare's Times Shakespeare's WorksShakespeare in 100 Objects: ‘Monks-Head’ Spoon
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Victoria Jackson, Doctoral Researcher in the history department at the University of Birmingham uncovers the social importance of a high quality spoon.
Victoria Jackson Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsShakespeare in 100 Objects: Nightcap
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Nightcaps were used for much more than simply ensuring warmth in bed.
Stephanie Appleton Shakespeare in 100 ObjectsShakespeare in 100 Objects: Truckle Bed
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Truckle beds, stored under a standing-bed, were common pieces of furniture in Shakespeare's day. Here we explore their use and Shakespeare's own references to them
Elizabeth Sharrett Shakespeare in 100 Objects