Find out about actor and manager, Sir Frank Benson, and his relationship with the townsfolk of Stratford-upon-Avon, in this blog post inspired by "The First World War, Shakespeare, and Stratford" exhibition at Hall's Croft.
Rebekah Owens First World WarIn the 16th century, the end of the twelve days of Christmas (aptly named the Twelfth Night) was often a greater celebration than that of Christmas Day itself. Discover a recipe for the popular Twelfth Night cake used 400 years ago.
Nic Fulcher Behind the Scenes ChristmasIn this sequel to "Shakespeare and His World: Top Ten Objects (Part 1)", take a look at the final five 'Objects of the Week' of the MOOC 'Shakespeare and His World' course taught by Jennifer Reid and Professor Jonathan Bate.
Jennifer Reid Shakespeare and his World--MOOCFor William Shakespeare's 450th birthday celebration, we're hosting a blog series to highlight the events that took place around the world for the Bard's 400th birthday back in 1964. In this blog, Helen Cook talks about First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy.
Helen Cook Shakespeare: 450 Years YoungTake a look at the first five 'Objects of the Week' of the MOOC 'Shakespeare and His World' course taught by Jennifer Reid and Professor Jonathan Bate in this two-part blog post.
Jennifer Reid Shakespeare and his World--MOOCThe Chesterfield portrait of Shakespeare is just one of many examples of representations of the playwright.
Emily Millward Shakespeare and his World--MOOCThe Iznik dish is representative of the artistic styles and ideas that were brought over to Elizabethan England from Anatolia (modern day Turkey), a cultural cross-communication that is reflected in Shakespeare's "Othello".
Emily Millward Shakespeare and his World--MOOC"Coryat's Crudities" details the adventures of an early tourist in Europe and India.
Madeleine Cox Shakespeare and his World--MOOCJust a few stories of the success of our collections
Tales from the Reading RoomOur Collections and Learning Departments collaborated with the living history group ‘The Thegns of Mercia’ to bring history to life in our educational courses.
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