Shakespeare’s Language
Contrary to popular belief, Shakespeare did not write in Old or Early English. Shakespeare’s language was actually Early Modern English, also known as Elizabethan English … Read more
Life & Times
Step into Shakespeare’s life and times – his world. Discover how his life and historical context shaped the themes, characters, and stories that continue to captivate audiences today.
Top 50 Virtual Learning Resources for Shakespeare
Now that virtual learning has brought us from blackboards to Zoom calls, you might be struggling with either learning or teaching from home — especially … Read more
‘Hamlet’, Shakespeare’s Modern Play
Hamlet seems to be the closest of Shakespeare’s plays to modern times, though it was composed in the early years of the 17th century. More … Read more
Edward De Vere: Shakespeare’s True Identity?
Edward de Vere, 17th Earl of Oxford, is a name that evokes curiosity from some and frustration from others. Today, it is most commonly associated … Read more
Religion & Renaissance Influences On Shakespeare
Religion was extremely important in Shakespearean England. It influenced everyone’s actions and thoughts. Because it had politics behind it, and the Protestant Queen was firm … Read more
The Case For Shakespeare Fathering William D’Avenant
[av_textblock size=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” font_color=” color=” id=” custom_class=” av_uid=’av-kfv7jz4b’ admin_preview_bg=”] If you like conspiracy theories, here’s one Shakespeare would probably not have thanked you … Read more
List of Shakespeare Plays
Read our list of Shakespeare plays below, sorted alphabetically, by date written and by word length. Shakespeare wrote at least 37 plays during his lifetime, … Read more
‘Original Pronunciation’: Understanding Shakespeare’s Pronunciation
Original pronunciation (also known as “OP” or “Shakespeare’s pronunciation”) is the concept of understanding, performing, or listening to Shakespeare’s works as they would have been … Read more
‘Thinking Like Shakespeare’, A Book Review
I have come across a book whose title compelled me to open it as it lay on my desk among other new books. Like the … Read more
Six Fun Mystery Novels Involving the Bard
If you love Shakespeare – and Shakespeare books – but are looking for something a little more modern and nail-biting to spice up your reading … Read more
16 Must See Places In London for Shakespeare Fans
Whilst Stratford-upon-Avon is well known as Shakespeare’s home town, London is often overlooked as a travel destination to connect with Shakespeare – other than perhaps … Read more
What Are ‘Groundlings’? A Definition Plus Some Fun Facts
It is thought that Shakespeare coined the word ‘groundlings’, which became the nickname for those audience members who stood at the theatre. In Elizabethan theatres, … Read more
