The Play's the Thing
CiRCE Podcast Network
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.
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Nov 10, 2022 • 59min
All's Well That End's Well: Act V
Do we believe in the sincerity of the marriage that ends this play? Were Matt's predictions correct? Is it true that all's well that end's well? Join us as we discuss Act V of this fascinating play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 3, 2022 • 50min
All's Well That end's Well: Act IV
On this episode we discuss, “Does Shakespeare believe too strongly in marriage?” Plus, predictions about what will happen at the end. Will Parolles be redeemed? Will Bertram undergo a metanoia? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 27, 2022 • 56min
All's Well That Ends Well: Act III
In which we discuss whether anyone is honorable in this play? Plus, two traps are set. One for a cad, one for our protagonist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 12, 2022 • 53min
All's Well That Ends Well: Act II
During Act II, we ask, “Why does Helena love Bertram? He’s — a jerk, right?” Plus, pronunciation advice on those tricky French names. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 30, 2022 • 55min
All's Well That Ends Well: Act I
Welcome to our discussion of another play that’s created centuries of controversy! On this episode, we meet our virtuous heroine and her confused love-interest and we also ask, why is this a comedy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 21, 2022 • 47min
Henry IV, Part 2
Is this sequel closer to the Godfather II or Gremlins II? Plus a new member joins the team! And remembrances of the queen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 26, 2022 • 58min
Shakespeare After an Apocalypse
Shakespeare after an apocalypse! In this very special episode, Tim discusses Station 11 -- both Emily St. John Mande's book and the HBO adaptation, with special guest Josiah Martens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 6, 2022 • 1h 7min
Henry IV, Part 1: Q&A
Join Tim and the gang (that is the official band name) as they answer your questions about Henry IV, Part I! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 11, 2022 • 42min
Henry IV, Part I: Act V
Join Tim, Heidi, and Brandon as they dig into the conclusion of this wonderful play! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 16, 2022 • 46min
Henry IV, Part 1: Act IV
It's time to discuss another crucial act four! In this episode we discuss the ways Shakespeare inverts expectations of Hal and Hotspur and how this act a bit different from most of Shakespeare plays, and yet is exactly what this play needs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
