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Hamlet 1.2 Interview with Claudius, Gertrude, and Hamlet
In this video, characters from Shakespeare's "Hamlet" appear in a modern-day interview setting, discussing the complex familial and political dynamics following King Hamlet's death. Hamlet, Gertrude, and Claudius navigate their altered...
TED Talks
Taryn Simon: The stories behind the bloodlines
Taryn Simon captures the essence of vast, generation-spanning stories by photographing the descendants of people at the center of the narrative. In this riveting talk she shows a stream of these stories from all over the world,...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Why should you read "A Midsummer Night's Dream?" - Iseult Gillespie
By the light of the moon, a group sneaks into the woods, where they take mind-altering substances, switch it up romantically and brush up against creatures from another dimension. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” sees Shakespeare play with...
Kids’ Poems and Stories With Michael Rosen
Top 5 Everyday Phrases from Shakespeare | BOOK
Top 5 Everyday Phrases from Shakespeare | BOOKWhat’s So Special About Shakespeare?’, published by Walker Books. Synopsis So what was it like to live in Shakespeare's time? What do we actually know about him? And how does someone become...
The Wall Street Journal
The Threat of State-Sponsored Cyber Attacks
A series of recent cyber attacks in Ukraine underscore the technology risk that comes with elevated geopolitical tensions. Leaders from government and business explore how companies can mitigate the risk of state-sponsored attacks.
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Hamlet 2.2 Word Nerd: Dull and Muddy Mettled
This video provides an analysis of wordplay in Shakespeare's works, focusing on the terms "dull," "metal," and "muddy" as used in his texts. It explains how Shakespeare creatively plays with the dual meanings of "metal" to enrich his...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Why should you read Shakespeare's "The Tempest"? - Iseult Gillespie
Explore William Shakespeare’s play “The Tempest”, a story of shipwreck, magic and a fight for power. -- Claps of thunder and flashes of lightning illuminate a swelling sea, as a ship buckles beneath the waves. It is no ordinary storm,...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 5.1.109 Prologue
Quince's prologue may seem clumsily written at first but is a masterfully crafted speech by Shakespeare. Ambiguity and word choice, allows for dual meanings, at times earnest or humorous. The speech, asking for the audience's forgiveness...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.1.92 Animated Note: Proud River
In A Midsumer Night's Dream, Titania describes her quarrel with Oberon as disrupting the natural world, causing mists to pull water from the sea and flood rivers, which she personifies as becoming "proud and arrogant." This video...
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Shakespeare Probably Wasn't Called Shakespeare
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Sabrina Broadbent's Masterclass: More Ways into Shakespeare's Othello
In her second masterclass on Othello, Sabrina Broadbent illustrates a variety of techniques to engage KS4 students with the plot and the language of the play. This is the second of two Shakespeare masterclasses where Year 10 students...
Cerebellum
Understanding Hamlet: Hamlet In Turmoil
Hamlet, Considered by many authorities as Shakespeare’s greatest play, Hamlet may also be the most representative character in all-dramatic literature. It’s a classic tragedy of a young prince torn by indecision. Hamlet rejects Ophelia...
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Shakespeare's The Tempest: Act 4, Scene 1 Analysis
In this video, we explore the dramatic unfoldings of Act 4 of Shakespeare's "The Tempest," where Prospero uses his magic to control the events of his daughter Miranda's betrothal, while also dealing with the threats posed by Caliban and...
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Romeo and Juliet Prologue Language: Words with Slightly Different Meanings
This video examines Shakespeare's unique use of language in "Romeo and Juliet," particularly focusing on how familiar words are employed with distinct meanings to enrich the text. It discusses examples such as "dignity" and "mutiny" to...
Professor Dave Explains
Eukaryotic Cells Part 1: Animal Cells and Endosymbiotic Theory
Prokaryotic cells were simple enough, but eukaryotic cells are much more complex! They have so many more little features and compartments, like the deluxe model of your car. We have to learn about every single one of these organelles and...
Curated Video
Romeo and Juliet Prologue Language: The Sonnet
This video focuses on the structured elegance of the prologue in Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," presented as a sonnet—a popular form during Shakespeare's era, typically associated with romantic expression. The analysis covers the...
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Hamlet 3.4 Language: "Act" and "Index"
This video explores a nuanced moment in Act 3 of Shakespeare's Hamlet, focusing on Gertrude’s inquiry into Hamlet’s harsh language and metaphorical speech. It examines Gertrude’s use of theatrical terminology, interpreting her references...
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Romeo and Juliet 5.3 Interview with Friar Laurence
This video analyzes Act 5, Scene 3 of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," focusing on the critical consequences of missed communication and unintended outcomes. It delves into the themes of fate versus free will as characters grapple with...
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Romeo and Juliet 2.1 Interview with Mercutio and Benvolio
This video explores the intricacies of Act 2, Scene 1 from Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," focusing on the themes of love and conflict. The analysis covers Romeo's escape to the Capulet's orchard after the party and Mercutio's humorous...
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Romeo and Juliet 4.5 Interview with Capulet and Friar Lawrence
This video explores the dramatic and emotional events of Act 4, Scene 5 in Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," where the characters react to the apparent death of Juliet. Viewers will gain insights into the use of language, character...
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Macbeth 1.5 Language: Lady Macbeth's Soliloquy
This video dissects Shakespeare's soliloquy, focusing on the ominous imagery of the raven and the irony in Lady Macbeth's statement about Duncan coming under her battlements. It explores the cultural associations of ravens with death and...
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Hamlet 3.4 Language: "Rose" and "Blister"
This video segment analyzes a pivotal scene in Act 3 of Shakespeare's Hamlet, where Gertrude expresses confusion about Hamlet's accusations, possibly feigning ignorance. Hamlet then intensifies his reproach, employing metaphors to...
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Macbeth 1.5 Language: "murdering ministers"
This video explores the cultural beliefs surrounding witches in Shakespearean times, highlighting their association with evil spirits. It also delves into the concept of "murdering ministers" as invisible beings who can only be seen when...
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Hamlet 3.1 Word Nerd: Rub
This video delves into the etymology of the word "rub," particularly its intriguing usage in Shakespeare's "Hamlet." It unpacks how "rub" in the context of the play metaphorically refers to obstacles or difficulties. The discussion...