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 Salon with Anne-Claire Michoux, Jagrut Raval, and Mads Sheahan
Folger Salon with Anne-Claire Michoux, Jagrut Raval, and Mads Sheahan
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, Sep 24, 2026 at 4:30pm
Folger Book Club: 'Diavola' by Jennifer Thorne
Folger Book Club: 'Diavola' by Jennifer Thorne
Our traditional spooky reads asks the question, what’s scarier: a Renaissance ghost bent on destruction, or spending a week-long vacation with one’s own family?
Thu, Oct 1, 2026, 6:30pm
Family Workshop: Haunted Learning Lab
Family Workshop: Haunted Learning Lab
In this free workshop, families will learn about supernatural characters in Shakespeare’s plays and recreate one of his most iconic spooky scenes.
Sat, Oct 3, 2026 at 11:30am & 1pm
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