Professional wrestling is a unique blend of theater, combat sports, and stunt performance with its origins in strongman circus performances. With larger-than-life characters and thrilling moves, it captivates audiences around the world.

A playwright explains their job in simple terms, as well as some of the key skills every playwright needs, and how what they do fits together with the rest of the team.

Macbeth tells the story of a good man gone bad, driven to murder by ugly ambition and fueled by a power-hungry wife. Macbeth has Banquo killed for fear his children will become kings of Scotland. Macbeth goes to visit the witches once...

This video is a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a film adaptation of Romeo and Juliet by the National Theatre. The production was originally planned for the stage but was cancelled due to the pandemic, and the team came together...

Welcome to what you need before you read, the series where I attempt to inoculate you from boredom by injecting a little context and relevancy into you reading experience. For our inaugural episode, we’re looking at William Shakespeare’s...

In this series, ten playwrights discuss different approaches to their craft, including how to form a character. Featuring writers Simon Stephens, In-Sook Chappell, Evan Placey, Alecky Blythe, Tanya Ronder, Suhayla El-Bushra, Ryan Craig,...

This video provides an inside look at the busy and complex world of theater production, specifically for the play Angels in America. From lighting and sound technicians to wigs assistants and stage managers, each member of the team plays...

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the largest arts festival in the world, held in Scotland's capital city every August. Learn all about how it features a wide range of performances and events, including comedy, drama, dance, circus,...

The ancient Greek drama was a theatrical culture that flourished in ancient Greece from 700 BC. The city-state of Athens, which became a significant cultural, political, and military power during this period, was its center, where it was...

Director Simon Godwin and actors Tamsin Grieg and Tamara Lawrence discuss the theme of love in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.

Director Simon Godwin and actors Tamsin Grieg and Doon Mackichan discuss the theme of darkness in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.

Director Simon Godwin and actor Tamara Lawrence discuss disguises in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.

True Calling Grant Filmmaker: Kelsey Irvine An intimate look behind the curtain of Drag Performer Sheldon McIntosh, a.k.a. Tynomi Banks. Experience the transformation, discover what it takes, and go_ behind the scenes with Sheldon as he...

In this video, a playwright shares practical tips for writing and developing plays, including setting aside dedicated writing time, reading aloud, seeking feedback, and incorporating personal quirks and experiences into the work. She...

Othello, the timeless battle of good versus evil. Othello tries to smoother Desdomena thinking she has been unfaithful. The sinister Iago is pitted against Othello, a man of honor. This video is part 8 of the series 'Understanding...

Translations: What is Brian Friel's Play About? part 1/2 The cast of Translations discuss the plot and themes of the play.

This video discusses the character of the creature in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, highlighting the importance of giving the creature a voice and exploring his struggle to belong and be accepted by society. It also examines the themes of...

Barber Shop Chronicles part 1/3: Musical Director Michael Henry assembles the cast of Barber Shop Chronicles to demonstrate the vocal techniques used in the National Theatre's 2017 production.

Director Simon Godwin and actors Tamsin Grieg, Tamara Lawrence and Daniel Ezra discuss sexuality in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.

Director Simon Godwin and actors Tamsin Grieg, Doon Mackichan and Daniel Ezra discuss madness in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.

An overview of Elizabethan England, through the eyes of a wealthy woman. She talks about politics, crime, the impact of population growth and the development of towns as well as the treatment of vagrants.



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How to Make a Wig part 2/3: In this video wig-maker Leanne Lashbrook shows how to add lace to a head mould, in preparation for knotting in the individual strands of hair that make up the wig.

The ancient Greek drama was a theatrical culture that flourished in ancient Greece from 700 BC. The city-state of Athens, which became a significant cultural, political, and military power during this period, was its center, where it was...

Sarah Donn is a 2nd grade teacher at Willagillespie Elementry Scool in Eugene, Oregon. She is proud and blessed to be a part of a strong, creative, supportive, and caring team. Her teammates and colleagues help her to be a better...