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Hear from established and emerging scholars, artists, theater practitioners, educators, and more in a wide range of lively and engaging talks.
Folger Salon with Nakeisha Daniel and JaMeeka Holloway, and Lorenzo Gatta

Folger Salon with Nakeisha Daniel and JaMeeka Holloway, and Lorenzo Gatta

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, May 14, 2026 at 4:30pm
Great Hall
Creative Conversations: How Shakespeare Saved My Life

Creative Conversations: How Shakespeare Saved My Life

How Shakespeare Saved My Life director Tony Taccone shares his creative perspectives on the production and its journey to the Folger stage in an insightful pre-performance discussion moderated by Folger Theatre General Manager Jeff Kirkman III.
Fri, Jun 12, 2026 at 6:30pm
Founders' Room
On demand: The 2026 Eudora Welty Lecture with Kate DiCamillo

On demand: The 2026 Eudora Welty Lecture with Kate DiCamillo

Award-winning writer Kate DiCamillo delivers the 2026 Eudora Welty Lecture, inspired by the writing and life of famed author Eudora Welty. Enjoy on-demand streaming of the lecture, which was recorded live at the Folger Shakespeare Library on Thursday, March 26, available April 6 through June 30.
On demand through Tue, Jun 30, 2026
Folger Virtual