Crash Course
The English Renaissance and NOT Shakespeare: Crash Course Theater #13
The Renaissance came to England late, thanks to a Hundred Years War that ran long and lasted 116 years, and then a civil war to decide who would be the royal family. BUT after all that, with the Tudors (relatively) securely installed on...
TED Talks
TED: An honest history of an ancient and "nasty" word | Kate Lister
With candor and cunning, sex historian Kate Lister chronicles the curious journey of an ancient, honest word with innocent origins and a now-scandalous connotation in this uproarious love letter to etymology, queens, cows and all things...
Crash Course
Shakespeare's Tragedies and an Acting Lesson: Crash Course Theater #15
Shakespeare's tragedies...were tragic. But they had some jokes. They also changed the way tragedies were written. Characters like Hamlet, Macbeth, and King Lear had tragic outcomes, but they were sympathetic characters in a lot of ways....
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Why should you read "Hamlet"? - Iseult Gillespie
Explore William Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, “Hamlet,” a play about conspiracy, deception and the tragic consequences of indecision. -- “Who’s there?” Whispered in the dark, this question begins a tale of conspiracy, deception and...
Crash Course
Ghosts, Murder, and More Murder - Hamlet Part I: Crash Course Literature 203
In which John Green teaches you about Hamlet, William Shakespeare's longest and most-performed play. People love Hamlet. The play that is, not necessarily the character. Hamlet is a Tragedy with a capital T (I guess I don't have to point...
Crash Course
Shakespeare's Sonnets: Crash Course Literature 304
This week, we're learning about sonnets, and English Literature's best-known purveyor of those fourteen-line paeans, William Shakespeare. We'll look at a few of Willy Shakes's biggest hits, including Sonnet 18, "Shall I compare thee to a...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Insults by Shakespeare - April Gudenrath
"You're a fishmonger!" By taking a closer look at Shakespeare's words--specifically his insults--we see why he is known as a master playwright whose works transcend time and appeal to audiences all over the world.
Kids’ Poems and Stories With Michael Rosen
Caliban's Speech from The Tempest
New ReviewCaliban's Speech from The Tempest
Kids’ Poems and Stories With Michael Rosen
What’s So Special About Shakespeare? – Book
New ReviewWhat’s So Special About Shakespeare? – Book
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Lori Shorr - Teachers Make a Difference - Mr. Paul Mochnick
New ReviewLori Shorr reflects on the lasting impact of her junior year English teacher, Mr. Monk, at Bethel Park High School. As a first-generation college student from Pittsburgh, she had never read Shakespeare before taking his course. Mr. Monk...
Curated Video
Unlocking Shakespeare: Exploring the Timeless Power of His Words
New ReviewThis video explores the enduring relevance and impact of Shakespeare's works, emphasizing that his words were meant to be spoken and performed rather than just read silently. It highlights how Shakespeare's creativity with language has...
Curated Video
Comparing Drama
New ReviewThis video is about comparing American and British theater and the influences still relevant today.
Curated Video
Composing a Sonnet,
New ReviewThis video, entitled "Composing a Sonnet," explains how to compose a Shakespearean sonnet.
Curated Video
How to Give a Good Wedding Toast
Howcast -If you struggle for the right words when proposing a toast, it's time to discover and unleash your inner Shakespeare.
Curated Video
How to Write a Sonnet
For those special occasions, say it with a sonnet -- a 14-line poem in iambic pentameter. You don't have to be Shakespeare, either, just follow these tips.
Curated Video
New film Sing Sing shines a light on healing power of prison theatre programs
The new film Sing Sing is shining a light on prison theatre programs and how acting and directing behind bars can enrich prisoners' lives and even help prevent recidivism.
Curated Video
Challenging prejudice on World Down Syndrome Day
Canadian actress and broadcaster Madison Tevlin has one message on World Down Syndrome Day: "Assume that I can." It's the title of a campaign video she stars in for non-profit CoorDown that asks viewers to challenge their assumptions...
Curated Video
This play tells the story of Indigenous students doing Shakespeare at a residential school
‘1939’ is a play that depicts life in a fictional residential school as the students prepare a production of a Shakespeare performance. CBC’s Talia Ricci sits down with the cast to learn more about how they hope the production encourages...
Bedtime History
William Shakespeare for Kids
William Shakespeare is one of the most influential playwrights and poets in history. Born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, he wrote 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and countless poems that continue to be studied and performed worldwide....
Curated Video
The OpenAI Leadership Drama
What is going on at Open AI and why was Sam Altman fired? Let's look at the timeline of events and possible theories about the leadership change.
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Was The Globe Theatre?
This video is answering the question of what was the Globe Theatre.
Curated Video
Theater Adventures: Exploring the World of Comedy and Shakespeare
In this video, Nova takes kids on a fun and educational adventure exploring the world of theater. They learn about different types of plays, the history of theater, and the various roles and responsibilities involved in putting on a...