The Shakespeare Project of Chicago's artistic director, Peter Garino, will present an introduction to the life and work of William Shakespeare.
Peter will speak on the life and work of William Shakespeare, the greatest dramatist in the history of the English language. He traces Shakespeare from his birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, to his sojourn to London and his eventual return to Stratford. Along the way, he chronicles the Bard’s family history, the historical context of the time he wrote and his playwriting career. Peter presents excerpts from several of Shakespeare’s plays including “Hamlet,” “Richard II”, “The Merchant of Venice” and others. A great portrait of Shakespeare for newcomers and experienced alike.
This program is open to adults, teens and middle school students.
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