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Fairies, magic and creatures from another dimension, "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" got it all! If you ever saw and loved "Get Over It" with Kirsten Dunst, this one is for you! This play is an indulgence both in the theatre and on the page as one of William Shakespeare’s sprightliest works.Set in Ancient Greece, the wood at night disrupts the boundaries between three distinct groups, and no mortal is in control. The beautiful Hermia is in a pickle. Her father has forbidden her to marry her true love, Lysander, wanting her to marry Demetrius, in whom she has no interest. The love triangle develops as it is revealed Hermia’s best friend Helena is in love with Demetrius.Including broken hearts, mistaken identities and supernatural transformations, this play reflects the drama of the things we would do for love and the irrational behavior of the people under its spell.William Shakespeare (1564-1616) is widely considered the world's greatest dramatist and is often referred to as England's national poet or the Bard. Most famous for his timeless plays, he also wrote a multitude of poems and sonnets. Shakespeare was the blockbuster writer of his day, his many works concerning universal themes of life, love, death, revenge, grief, jealousy, murder, magic, and mystery. Among some of his most famous are "Macbeth", "Romeo and Juliet", and "Hamlet", but the list is long, and many continue to be studied and performed, both their original form and modern adaptations.
Meet Antonio, an antisemitic merchant who treats his own flesh as property to secure a loan. Throughout the play, tangible objects symbolize immaterial ideas about love and loyalty, and the plot is crafted with existential lines throughout the story. This play is made on the contrast between realistic and idealistic beliefs of society and relationships. In its simplicity, this play captures the bewilderment inseparable to human life, yet the purpose of making the Merchant of Venice is still the biggest unknown till date. Nevertheless, it contains beautifully depicted love scenes, magnificent monologues and as always with Shakespeare’s, unique portrayal of diversity.If books like "Shylock Is My Name" or "The Weird Sisters" are on your must-read list, "The Merchant of Venice" should be next in line! This bestseller play is William Shakespeare’s reading of religious difference and it remains provocative, even today.William Shakespeare (1564-1616) is widely considered the world's greatest dramatist and is often referred to as England's national poet or the Bard. Most famous for his timeless plays, he also wrote a multitude of poems and sonnets. Shakespeare was the blockbuster writer of his day, his many works concerning universal themes of life, love, death, revenge, grief, jealousy, murder, magic, and mystery. Among some of his most famous are "Macbeth", "Romeo and Juliet", and "Hamlet", but the list is long, and many continue to be studied and performed, both their original form and modern adaptations.
On a distant island, Prospero waits.The noise of thunder, flashes of lightning and a swelling sea, this tempest sets the stage for William Shakespeare’s most enigmatic play. As we meet characters and creatures set in a world far from our own, we still encounter universal themes of freedom, power and control.After years of planning, Prospero finally seizes the opportunity for vengeance as his feud’s ship is destroyed and the waves wash its sailors ashore. Even his own daughter Miranda is plotted in Prospero’s revenge scheme, leaving the reader wondering if his vicious plan will ever end. Not only is this play clearly concerned with its own nature as a play, but it is also Shakespeare's farewell to the stage. Do not let the opportunity to discover this monument in Western literature pass you by!For fans of Margaret Atwood and Lois Lowry.William Shakespeare (1564-1616) is widely considered the world's greatest dramatist and is often referred to as England's national poet or the Bard. Most famous for his timeless plays, he also wrote a multitude of poems and sonnets. Shakespeare was the blockbuster writer of his day, his many works concerning universal themes of life, love, death, revenge, grief, jealousy, murder, magic, and mystery. Among some of his most famous are "Macbeth", "Romeo and Juliet", and "Hamlet", but the list is long, and many continue to be studied and performed, both their original form and modern adaptations.
Immature and reckless the two best friends, Proteus and Valentine, are sent to the court in Milan by their families to do some growing up. Here they both fall for the duke’s daughter, Silvia. Only there is the small issue of Silvia falling in love with Valentine and Proteus’ girlfriend, Julia, who is waiting at home.Loyalties and friendships are tested when Proteus, jealous of Valentine and Silvia’s plan to elope, betrays him to the duke. Meanwhile, more drama awaits, as Julia disguises herself as a boy and sets for Milan.For fans of Jenny Han, Jane Austen and E. Lockhart.William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English playwright, poet and actor. Considered the greatest dramatist of all time, he is widely regarded as the most influential English language writer. Shakespeare’s plays focus on the range of human emotion and conflict, and have been translated into more than 100 languages. Many including "Hamlet" "Macbeth" and "Romeo and Juliet" have been adapted for stage and screen.
"A modern translation that retains all the wit, romance, and poetry of the original bringing the tragicomedy vividly to life with fresh clarity and fiery passion in this new, contemporary version"--
The Tempest by William Shakespeare,translated into Scots by William Hershaw. Prize-winning poet William Hershaw has written a compelling Scots language version of William Shakespeare's last play The Tempest. It is set in Scotland during a regency period where powerful nobles form alliances to win power.
Vincentio, der Herzog von Wien, will die Stadt für einige Zeit verlassen. Während seiner Abwesenheit überlässt er seinem Stellvertreter Angelo die Regierungsgeschäfte. Dieser nutzt die ihm anvertraute Macht jedoch schamlos aus und herrscht mit harter Hand: er will den jungen Adligen Claudio hinrichten lassen, da dieser seine Verlobte noch vor der Hochzeit geschwängert hat. Claudios Schwester Isabella bittet Angelo um Milde für ihren Bruder, aber der hinterlistige Angelo knüpft die Begnadigung an eine undenkbare Bedingung. Isabella ist verzweifelt, doch dann erhält sie unerwartete Hilfe vonseiten des verkleideten Vincentio. Kann der Plan des Herzogs aufgehen und Claudio vor dem Tod gerettet werden?William Shakespeare (1564 – 1616) ist einer der bedeutendsten Dramatiker und Dichter aller Zeiten. Zunächst machte er sich als Schauspieler in London einen Namen, verfasste dann jedoch auch selbst zahlreiche Dramen und legte so den Grundstein für seinen Erfolg. Shakespeares Theaterstücke, wie etwa „Romeo und Julia", „Macbeth" oder „Ein Sommernachtstraum" werden bis heute auf der ganzen Welt begeistert gelesen, aufgeführt und neu adaptiert.
Den tykke og fordrukne Sir John Falstaff er i pengeproblemer. Trods sin runde figur og sin armod mener han selv, at han er uimodståelig. For at komme sin pengenød til livs beslutter han sig for at forføre to yngre fruer fra det bedre borgerskab i Windsor i et forsøg på at få fingre i deres mænds formuer. Der går dog ikke længe før de to kvinder gennemskuer ham og i en hævnakt mod den falske forfører arrangerer de det ene stævnemøde efter det andet. Med hjælp fra deres ægtemænd koordinerer kvinderne en sidste lærestreg for at sætte en stopper for Falstaffs plattenslageri.Den engelske skuespilforfatter William Shakespeare (1564-1616) er bredt anerkendt som verdens største dramatiker. Hans skuespil er oversat til alle moderne sprog og bliver opført mere end nogen anden skuespilforfatters stykker. Udover virket som forfatter arbejdede Shakespeare som skuespiller, og han er endvidere en af Englands allerstørste digtere nogensinde. Han står bag 39 skuespil, 154 sonetter og flere andre digte.
"This translation takes a deep dive into the language of Shakespeare and updates passages that are archaic and difficult to the modern ear and matches them with the syntax and lyricism of the rest of the play, essentially translating archaic Shakespeare into a contemporary voice"--
Henry IV, Part 1 is a history play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written no later than 1597. It is the second play in Shakespeare''s tetralogy dealing with the successive reigns of Richard II, Henry IV (two plays, including Henry IV, Part 2), and Henry V. Henry IV, Part 1 depicts a span of history that begins with Hotspur''s battle at Homildon in Northumberland against Douglas late in 1402 and ends with the defeat of the rebels at Shrewsbury in the middle of 1403. From the start, it has been an extremely popular play both with the public and critics.
The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, often shortened to Hamlet, is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare sometime between 1599 and 1601. It is Shakespeare''s longest play, with 29,551 words. Set in Denmark, the play depicts Prince Hamlet and his revenge against his uncle, Claudius, who has murdered Hamlet''s father in order to seize his throne and marry Hamlet''s mother. Hamlet is considered among the most powerful and influential works of world literature, with a story capable of "seemingly endless retelling and adaptation by others". It was one of Shakespeare''s most popular works during his lifetime and still ranks among his most performed, topping the performance list of the Royal Shakespeare Company and its predecessors in Stratford-upon-Avon since 1879.
Cymbeline also known as The Tragedie of Cymbeline or Cymbeline, King of Britain, is a play by William Shakespeare set in Ancient Britain (c.ΓÇë10-14) and based on legends that formed part of the Matter of Britain concerning the early Celtic British King Cunobeline. Although listed as a tragedy in the First Folio, modern critics often classify Cymbeline as a romance or even a comedy. Like Othello and The Winter''s Tale, it deals with the themes of innocence and jealousy. While the precise date of composition remains unknown, the play was certainly produced as early as 1611.
"e;A master at engaging students in the process of performing a Shakespearescene."e;Janet Field-Pickering, head of education, Folger Shakespeare LibraryRichard III: The 30-Minute Shakespeare This edition of Richard III features seven scenes, opening with the Duke of Gloucester's villainous "e;Winter of our discontent"e; speech and followed by his audacious wooing of Lady Anne. Queen Margaret's chilling curses, Richard's string of murders, and the haunting chants of his victims' ghosts are stage drama at its best. The climax is a gripping battle in which the Earl of Richmond slays Richard and becomes King of England. There is also an essay by editor Nick Newlin on how to produce a Shakespeare play with novice actors, and notes about the original production of this abridgement at the Folger Shakespeare Library's annual Student Shakespeare Festival.The edition includes a preface by Nick Newlin, containing helpful advice on presenting Shakespeare in a high school setting with novice actors, as well as an appendix with play-specific suggestions and recommendations for further resources.
"e;A truly fun, emotional, and sometimes magical first experience, usually guided by a sagacious, knowledgeable, and intuitive educator."e; -Library JournalFrom a teacher's perspective, this book was a great way to introduce students to a Shakespeare play they otherwise might never have encountered in high school . . . much more fun working with the adaptation than it might have been if I had tackled the full script. I strongly recommend this book (and the rest of the series) to educators who want to introduce a variety of Shakespeare plays to their students in a limited amount of time. -James Brendlinger, Chairman, Department of Arts and Communications, Lake Lowell High School, Winter Park, FLThis edition of Henry V presents eight scenes, using all actors as Chorus. Included in this riveting cutting are Henry's inspiring "e;band of brothers"e; oration to his men, a merry interlude with Bardolph and friends, and an irresistible scene in which Alice teaches English to Katherine and her ladies in waiting. There is also an essay by editor Nick Newlin on how to produce a Shakespeare Play with novice actors, and notes about the original production of this abridgement at the Folger Shakespeare Library's annual Student Shakespeare Festival.Nicolo Whimsey Press aims to make Shakespeare's plays accessible, performable, and fun for young people, regardless of their experience level. Through his twenty years of working as a director-in-residence in DC public high schools under the auspices of the Folger Shakespeare Library, Nick Newlin has created thirty-minute edits of Shakespeare's plays, complete with stage directions and character suggestions that can be performed by groups of fifteen to thirty young people. Performance rights are included with the purchase of play scripts. Unlike most other scripts on the market today, The 30-Minute Shakespeare has no separate charge for public performances, making each volume an exceptional value.What makes these books extraordinary is author Nick Newlin's breadth of expertise and experience as a performer, teaching artist and scholar. Newlin holds a BA from Harvard University and an MA in Theatre from the University of Maryland. He has performed a stage act for young people as Nicolo Whimsey since 1986 from the high Himalayas to the White House, and since 2006 he has conducted a teaching artist residency with DC Public High School Students with Folger Shakespeare Library.
A Midsommer Nights Dreame - Facsimile Reprint of the Text of the First Folio, 1623 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1888.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
An abridgement for performance by young people and amateur adults, "road tested" at the Folger Shakespeare Library's Student Shakespeare Festival.
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