On June 6, 2024 the Folger’s virtual book club continues with a discussion of The Latinist by Mark Prins. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of resources related to Shakespeare, Ovid, and mythology.
LISTEN to related podcast episodes
- Episode 146: Jonathan Bate on the Classics and Shakespeare
- Episode 235: Mary Zimmerman on Adapting Ovid and Directing Shakespeare
LEARN about Shakespeare and mythology
- Classical references in Shakespeare (Royal Shakespeare Company)
- Ovid’s Metamorphoses (British Library)
- Shakespeare’s Use Of Mythology (No Sweat Shakespeare)
- Shakespeare and Beyond series on Shakespeare and myths
- Shakespeare and Ovid’s Metamorphoses (Shakespeare’s Globe)
- By June Book Club presenter Dr. Will Tosh
EXPLORE Folger Theatre’s current production of Metamorphoses [Click here for tickets and performance schedule]
- Dramaturg’s Notes: Faedra Chatard Carpenter on Metamorphoses
- Director’s Notes: Psalmayene 24 on Metamorphoses
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Reading Rhythms - Summer 2026
Reading Rhythms
The Folger is partnering with Reading Rhythms for a reading party in the Great Hall. Grab a book and stay cool! Enjoy silent reading periods, as well as 1-on-1 breakouts and group discussions.
Fri, Jul 17, 2026, 6:30pm
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Out of the Vault: Into the Heart of the Folger
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Encounter remarkable books and manuscripts in this exhibition that connects with the multifaceted work of the Folger.
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Family Workshop: Family Poetry Slam
Family Workshop: Family Poetry Slam
In this free workshop, families will learn about Shakespeare's different writing structures, then combine their words with Shakespeare’s to create their own unique sonnet!
Sat, Aug 1, 2026 at 11:30am & 1pm
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