On October 5, 2023 the Folger’s virtual book club continues with a discussion of Warm Bodies by Isaac Marion. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of resources related to Romeo and Juliet and the intersection of Shakespeare and horror.
LEARN more about Romeo and Juliet
LISTEN to related podcasts
- Episode 12: Romeo and Juliet Through the Ages
- Episode 85: Shakespeare in Science Fiction
- Episode 110: Pop Culture Shakespeare and Teens with Stefanie Jochman
- Episode 154: Writing About the Plague in Shakespeare’s England
EXPLORE Shakespeare and horror
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Folger Book Club: 'Fair Rosaline' by Natasha Solomons
Folger Book Club: 'Fair Rosaline' by Natasha Solomons
Our September selection offers a very different perspective on Shakespeare’s iconic couple, giving voice to Romeo’s forgotten “love,” Rosaline.
Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 6:30pm
Family Workshop: Laughter in the Learning Lab
Family Workshop: Laughter in the Learning Lab
In this free workshop, families will work on their comedy chops and learn more about characters from Shakespeare who knew how to make people laugh.
Sat, Sep 5, 2026 at 11:30am & 1pm
Early Music Seminar: Monteverdi’s Legacy
Early Music Seminar: Monteverdi’s Legacy
Folger Consort Artistic Director Robert Eisenstein leads a lively virtual seminar that offers a sneak peek at the music performed in the Folger Consort’s upcoming concert Monteverdi’s Legacy.
Wed, Sep 9, 2026 at 6pm ET
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