The Hamlet Podcast Episode 76 - The Undiscovered Country
Mar 11, 2019
Dive into the ingenious use of sejura in Hamlet, where pauses shape the rhythm and deepen emotions. Reflect on Hamlet's iconic soliloquy, exploring life’s weighty questions and his internal struggle with mortality. Discover the dynamic between Hamlet and Ophelia, as his existential angst clashes with the complexities of human connection. Plus, enjoy a light moment with a humorous mix-up of Shakespearean titles!
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Podcast Planning During Sickness
- Conor recalls dismantling the play while sick last Christmas to map future episodes.
- He shares this process to explain his episode-division choices for the podcast.
Check Show Notes For Examples
- Conor promises to post classical examples of sejura in the episode show notes on the website.
- He directs listeners to consult the website for further reading and examples.
Sejura Shapes Poetic Meaning
- The sejura is a mid-line pause that disrupts the rhythm and adds meaning to poetic lines like "To be or not to be."
- Conor Hanratty highlights how this cut shapes Hamlet's meditative speech and its pacing.