The Tyrant and His Enablers By Stephen Greenblatt Feature How is it possible for a whole country to fall into the hands of a tyrant? According to Shakespeare, it could not happen without widespread complicity.
Frailty, Thy Name Is Immigration Control By Katie Kosma Highlight Quoting Shakespeare isn’t new, but using it in court to fight Trump’s immigration control is.
Seeing and Being Seen in Shakespeare By Catherine Cusick Highlight Nicole Chung takes her daughter to see The Winter’s Tale brought to life by Asian American artists, with characters who look just like her.
Five Questions for an Actor in the Ensemble of ‘Julius Caesar’ By Michelle Legro Commentary It was job of the ensemble to be the voice of the people. Then actual protestors rushed the stage.
What if Free Outdoor Theater is the Greatest Threat to Our Democracy? By Danielle Tcholakian Commentary Fox News, Bank of America, and Delta are shocked to learn about the Public Theater’s new production of ‘Julius Caesar.’
Vagabonds, Crafty Bauds, and the Loyal Huzza: A History of London at Night By Longreads Feature In the 16th & 17th centuries, “nightwalking” was a transgressive act in a city still on the brink of total nighttime illumination, but with complex implications depending on your social status.
