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.
Episodes
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Jan 21, 2022 • 52min
Henry IV, Part I: Act III
In which we dig into the insurrectionist theme in this play, especially Harry's place in the middle of the violence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 14, 2022 • 44min
Henry IV, Part 1: Act II
In which we return our gaze back to the tavern, to the Hal and Falstaff and their various hijinks and the way Falstaff steals the show. Plus, Tim offers some background and some context. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 9, 2021 • 54min
Henry IV, Part I: Act I
Henry IV, part I is one of Shakespeare's most underrated plays, one full of speech-making and fascinating characters, and historical complexity such that is ought to be more widely read. We'll explain why over the next six episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 29, 2021 • 1h 2min
The Taming of the Shrew: Q&A
In which we answer your questions about Shakespeare's complicated comedy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 3, 2021 • 1h 11min
The Taming of the Shrew: Act V
Here we are, once again, at the end of a Shakespeare play. Its time to discuss the fall out, the ending, the lasting implications of the story -- and the play's significance in the Bard's canon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 28, 2021 • 51min
The Taming of the Shrew: Act IV
Act IV, is always the crucial act in a Shakespeare play, and its not different in The Taming of the Shrew, so join Tim and co. as they dig into this important part of one of Shakespeare's most controversial plays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 18, 2021 • 44min
The Taming of the Shrew: Act III
It's time to dive in to act three of The Taming of the Shrew! Join the crew as they continue to discuss what makes this play complicated, controversial, and delightful all at once. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 30, 2021 • 56min
The Taming of the Shrew: Act II
Join Tim, Matt, and Nora as they dig into act 2 of Shakespeare's controversial play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 24, 2021 • 54min
The Taming of the Shrew: Act I
The Taming of the Shrew is a bit of a controversial play and here in this conversation about act one, Tim and his very special guests delve into the questions that that controversy comes from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 1, 2021 • 1h 26min
Hamlet: Q&A
Join Tim, Heidi, and Andrew as they answer your questions about Hamlet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
