On October 10, 2024 the Folger’s virtual book club continues with a discussion of Edith Holler. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of resources related to theatrical performance and childhood.
LISTEN to related podcast episodes
- Episode 29: Great Shakespeareans
- Episode 34: Stanley Wells on Great Shakespeare Actors
- Episode 60: Shakespeare and Girlhood
DISCOVER some of the most popular performers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries
- Elsie Leslie: Sparkling Child Star of the American Stage
- Folger Finds: Edwin Booth’s royal tunic
- The many Shakespearean roles of Irish immigrant Ada Rehan
- Helena Modjeska, a shining Polish-American star
- John Barrymore: A bridge to Shakespearean actors past
LEARN more about Shakespearean performance
- Excerpt – “A Short History of Shakespeare in Performance” by Richard Schoch
- Folger Collections related to Dramatic Performance
EXPLORE toy theaters
We would like to thank the following organization for its generous support of this program
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Resplendent Joy: Virtual Concert
Resplendent Joy: Virtual Concert
Continuing a beloved tradition for the winter holidays, Folger Consort celebrates with festive music from Spain and Portugal. Purchase on-demand access to this recorded concert.
Sat, Dec 20 – Sun, Jan 4, 2026
Introducing Shakespeare: Minimal Context, Maximum Content
Introducing Shakespeare: Minimal Context, Maximum Content
This professional development session for teachers focuses on strategies to help students enter Shakespeare’s plays through action, choice, and shared meaning-making from the very first moments of a unit.
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 8pm ET
Virtual Folger Salon with Margherita Malerba and Hassana Moosa
Virtual Folger Salon with Margherita Malerba and Hassana Moosa
Learn about research happening at the Folger in real time! Each month, Folger Institute scholar and artist fellows will share their most exciting finds and thought-provoking challenges, followed by casual open conversation.
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, at 12pm
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