Adventures Online: The Theatrical Worlds of William Shakespeare

Join Giles Ramsay for a lively journey into Shakespeare’s world, where theatrical rivalries, fascinating contemporaries and centuries of stage history reveal new perspectives on the playwright and his enduring legacy. Drawing on his expertise as a theatre educator and course leader at London’s V&A, Giles brings the drama, personalities and stories behind the stage to life. Go beyond Shakespeare’s plays to explore the world in which he lived: religious conflict and espionage in Elizabethan England, the rise of commercial theatre and the fascinating story of Christopher Marlowe, the poet and suspected spy. Discover how Shakespeare became a successful theatrical entrepreneur, how his language guides actors’ performances and how different actors and directors have interpreted his work over the centuries.

You’ll enjoy 2-3 hours of daily instruction, discussion and/or field trips, which includes sufficient breaks throughout the program. This online program is through Zoom, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. We’ll provide a how-to guide to make sure you’ll have a hassle-free experience. This session is offered live only and will not be available on demand. Please review the daily itinerary for start and end times to ensure you won’t miss a minute of this live experience. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly.