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'Black Cake' Resource Guide
An illustration of a stack of books next to the book cover of Black Cake by Charmain Wilkerson
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'Black Cake' Resource Guide

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emma poltrack

Folger resources related to food and food pathways to accompany the December 2022 book club discussion of Black Cake.

About 'Black Cake' by Charmaine Wilkerson
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About 'Black Cake' by Charmaine Wilkerson

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emma poltrack

Introductory information on this multi-generational family story, the December 2022 Folger Book Club selection.

Collection Connections: ‘Ramón and Julieta’ by Alana Quintana Albertson
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Collection Connections: ‘Ramón and Julieta’ by Alana Quintana Albertson

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Katherine Gillen, Adrianna M. Santos, and Kathryn Vomero Santos

Katherine Gillen, Adrianna Santos, and Kathryn Vomero Santos take us through their presentation from our discussion of ‘Ramón and Julieta’ by Alana Quintana Albertson as part of the Folger’s virtual Book Club.

Resource Guide for 'Ramón and Julieta' by Alana Quintana Albertson
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Resource Guide for 'Ramón and Julieta' by Alana Quintana Albertson

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On November 3, 2022 the Folger's virtual book club continues with a discussion of Ramón and Julieta' by Alana Quintana Albertson. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of Folger resources related to 'Romeo and Juliet' and Latinx Shakespeare.
About 'Ramón and Julieta' by Alana Quintana Albertson
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About 'Ramón and Julieta' by Alana Quintana Albertson

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The Folger’s virtual book club continues on Thursday, November 3 with a discussion of 'Ramón and Julieta' by Alana Quintana Albertson. To get ready for the conversation, we’ve compiled some introductory information on this retelling of 'Romeo and Juliet' set amongst warring taco restaurants.
Collection Connections: 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor
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Collection Connections: 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor

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Held on the first Thursday of the month, the Folger’s virtual book club is free and open to all. Here, we revisit the items shared by Dr. Jason McElligott, Director of Marsh's Library, on October 6, 2022 as an introduction to 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor.
Resource Guide for 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor
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Resource Guide for 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor

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On October 6, 2022 the Folger's virtual book club continues with a discussion of 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of Folger resources related to Shakespearean performance and the historical characters that appear in the novel.
About 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor
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About 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor

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The Folger’s virtual book club continues on Thursday, October 6 with a discussion of 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor. To get ready for the conversation, we’ve compiled some introductory information on this peek into the Victorian theatre, Shakespearean performance, and the writing of 'Dracula.'
Collection Connections: 'Learwife' by J.R. Thorp
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Collection Connections: 'Learwife' by J.R. Thorp

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emma poltrack
Held on the first Thursday of the month, the Folger’s virtual book club is free and open to all. Here, Dr. emma poltrack, shares items she presented on September 8, 2022 as an introduction to Learwife by J.R. Thorp.
Resource Guide for 'Learwife' by J.R. Thorp
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Resource Guide for 'Learwife' by J.R. Thorp

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On September 8, 2022 the Folger's virtual book club returns with a discussion of 'Learwife' by J. R. Thorp. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of Folger resources related to King Lear, the novel, and motherhood.
This week at The Playhouse: August 22 - 28
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This week at The Playhouse: August 22 - 28

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Ben Lauer
This is the final week to visit The Playhouse or catch Folger Theatre's A Midsummer Night's Dream at the National Building Museum. But don't worry: there's still lots to do. This week, catch a reading of a new play, join a generative poetry workshop, take a tour of our magical theater, and more.
This week at The Playhouse, August 15 – 21
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This week at The Playhouse, August 15 – 21

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Ben Lauer

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…

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