The Play's the Thing
The Play's the Thing is the ultimate podcast resource for lovers of Shakespeare. Dedicating six episodes to each play (one per act, plus a Q&A episode), this podcast explores the themes, scenes, characters, and lines that make Shakespeare so memorable. In the end, we will cover every play The Bard wrote, thus permitting an ongoing contemplation and celebration of the most important writer of all time. Join us.The Play’s the Thing is presented by The CiRCE Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes
Mar 9, 2021 • 50min
Richard II: Q&A
Join Heidi and Tim as they answer your questions about Richard II! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 23, 2021 • 1h 7min
Richard II: Act V
Join Tim and Heidi as they discuss medieval courts intrigue, Richard's marriage, his psychological identity, and what makes a king a king. They also engage in a bit of a Team Richard vs Team Bolingbroke smackdown. The Play's the Thing is produced by Goldberry Studios for the CiRCE Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 16, 2021 • 57min
Richard II: Act IV
Join Heidi and Tim for a discussion about King Richard's psychology, the vice that caused his downfall, and the impact on a nation of a peaceful (or not-so-peaceful) transfer of power. The Play's the Thing is produced by Goldberry Studios for the CiRCE Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 9, 2021 • 1h 2min
Richard II: Act III
Join Heidi and Tim as they discuss turning points found in Act III, the mirror of kings, and Richard's moving poetry. The Play's the Thing is produced by Goldberry Studios for the CiRCE Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 2, 2021 • 1h 5min
Richard II: Act II
In which John of Gaunt delivers one of Shakespeare's most famous speeches. Join Heidi White and Tim McIntosh for another insightful deep dive into one of Shakespeare's greatest plays. The Play's the Thing is produced by Goldberry Studios for the CiRCE Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 26, 2021 • 1h 3min
Richard II: Act I
We're back and ready to dig deep into another of Shakespeare's compelling histories: Richard II -- the first part of Shakespeare's Henriad. In this episode Heidi and Tim discuss Act I and set up all the themes and characters of the ongoing saga. The Play's the Thing on the CiRCE Podcast Network is produced by Goldberry Studios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 1, 2020 • 55min
The Merchant of Venice: Q&A
In which Tim, Heidi, and Sarah-Jane answer your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 6, 2020 • 52min
The Merchant of Venice: Bonus Conversation with Sparky Roberts
Was Shakespeare anti-semitic? In this bonus episode, Tim chats about this question with special guest Judith "Sparky" Roberts. Sparky comes from a Jewish background and was a theatre teacher at the University of Oregon and Lane Community College. Her graduate study, at Brandeis University, was under the great American Shakespearean actor, Morris Carnovksy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 6, 2020 • 58min
The Merchant of Venice: Act V
Join Tim, and Heidi, and Sarah-Jane as they wrap up their conversation of Shakespeare's classic play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 19, 2020 • 46min
The Merchant of Venice: Act IV
Act IV is usually the key act in any Shakespeare play, and The Merchant of Venice isn't any different. Join Tim, Heidi, and Sarah-Jane as they explore why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
