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80 – Grand Theft Hamlet

Game Studies Study Buddies

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Shakespeare in the Digital Age

This chapter explores the intersection of Shakespearean drama with modern pop culture, particularly through the lens of the video game Grand Theft Auto V. The speakers discuss creative projects that blend immersive theater with gaming, emphasizing the challenges and innovations of staging Shakespeare in a virtual environment. Through humorous anecdotes and critical analysis, they unpack the evolving role of Shakespearean texts in contemporary media and the engaging dynamics of player interactions.

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