Ben Lauer

We know you think Julius Caesar is boring
We ask theater artists across the country to tell us why it isn’t.

What's onstage at Shakespeare theaters this winter
Sometimes it seems like January and February drag on forever. Thankfully, in 2023, there’s lots of thrilling theater to keep our spirits up. Here’s our round-up of performances from our theater partners across the United States this winter.

Marking a milestone: 200 episodes of Shakespeare Unlimited
To celebrate releasing the 200th episode of the Folger’s Shakespeare Unlimited podcast, we revisit our five most popular episodes to date.

What's onstage at Shakespeare theaters in October
King John (2022): Jessika D. Williams in “King John,” at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Photo by Jenny Graham. The fall harvest is ready, and this year, we’ve got a bumper crop of Shakespeare plays! If you’re in the mood for…

What's onstage at Shakespeare theaters in September
This week at The Playhouse: August 22 - 28
This week at The Playhouse, August 15 – 21
Photo: Lloyd Wolf There’s always something to do at The Playhouse. This week, join us for a free concert from the Bele Bele Rhythm Collective, learn about the history of potions and cocktails from mixologists and historians, and immerse yourself…

Tips for taking your kids to their first Shakespeare play
This week at The Playhouse: August 8 - 14
