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January 19–May 19, 2013
Nobility and Newcomers in Renaissance Ireland
Often portrayed only as a country in conflict during the 16th and 17th centuries, Ireland was also a place of intermingling culture and adaptability. Nobility and Newcomers explores both the conflict and the opportunities and challenges open to both Irish and English nobility, and reveals Ireland as a land of ideas and art.
Please note: Sundays, open NOON - 5pm
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April 30–June 9, 2013
Twelfth Night
Cast away on the shores of a distant land, lost lovers and their unruly servants converge and conspire in this romance-filled comedy.
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May 25–September 29, 2013
A Book Behind Bars: The Robben Island Shakespeare
A copy of the complete works of Shakespeare signed by ANC prisoners at South Africa’s notorious Robben Island prison in the 1970s, including Nelson Mandela. On exhibit for the first time in the US.
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May 25, 2013
Shakespeare in Action
Jump into the active world of Shakespeare’s plays using performance-based techniques that introduce the language to children in grades 3-7. Learn safe swordplay and get into the action with text straight from a Shakespeare play!
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May 30–September 29, 2013
The Folgers Our Founders
Explore the collecting history of founders Henry and Emily Folger through highlights from their early purchases. Shakespearean items include a 1632 Second Folio censored by the Spanish Inquisition, the first known manuscript of a Shakespeare play, and a bracelet braided from the hair of American Shakespearean actor Edwin Booth. The Folgers’ collecting extended beyond Shakespeare to his world; highlights include the first printed edition of Euclid’s Elements and a handwritten letter from Elizabeth I to James IV of Scotland.
Please note: Sundays, open NOON - 5pm
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June 1, 2013
Shake Up Your Saturdays! Fun at the Folger
These family workshops provide a morning of history, activity, performance, and fun! Explore the historic Folger Shakespeare Library and learn about Elizabethan life and theatre. What did the world look like when Shakespeare wrote his plays? Come find out!
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June 3, 2013
Robben Island Bible
Political prisoners at South Africa's Robben Island in the 1970s signed their names next to Shakespeare passages that spoke to them. Hahn's 2008 interviews with many of them are juxtaposed with Shakespeare's words in a play that explores how life imitates art.
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June 8, 2013
Pre–Show Talk and Book Party with Ken Ludwig
Enjoy an interactive discussion on Twelfth Night with acclaimed author and Tony Award-nominee Ken Ludwig, followed by a book-signing for his new book, How to Teach Your Children Shakespeare.
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July 6, 2013
Shake Up Your Saturdays! Fun at the Folger
These family workshops provide a morning of history, activity, performance, and fun! Explore the historic Folger Shakespeare Library and learn about Elizabethan life and theatre. What did the world look like when Shakespeare wrote his plays? Come find out!
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August 3, 2013
Shake Up Your Saturdays! Fun at the Folger
These family workshops provide a morning of history, activity, performance, and fun! Explore the historic Folger Shakespeare Library and learn about Elizabethan life and theatre. What did the world look like when Shakespeare wrote his plays? Come find out!
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Ongoing, Monday–Saturday
The Shakespeare Gallery
Explore the Folger through our visitor film, digitally leaf through a First Folio with our touchscreen kiosk, and explore our collection through special exhibitions that connect with current programs.
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