Articles related to "Claudius"



Hamlet: Setting the Trap
The first of two articles this month (promise!). Here we will take a closer look at the trap Hamlet sets for his uncle, whom he believes has murdered his father -- the rightful king of Denmark.
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Claudius: Betrayal and the Tempest
This article is the beginning of a four part series about Claudius and his time in power.
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Claudius: Betrayal and the Tempest Part II
This is part two of Claudius: Betrayal and the Tempest
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Claudius: Betrayal and the Tempest Part III
This article is part three of the story of Claudius.
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Claudius: The Roman Conquest of Britain
The Emperor Claudius finished what Julius Caesar started. In 43, Claudius led the conquest of Britain, making the island a province of the Roman Empire.
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Caratacus: The Roman Enemy Who Survived Defeat
Caratacus, king of the Catuvellauni, led resistance against the Roman occupation for nearly a decade. He impressed Rome so much that Emperor Claudius spared his life.
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Ptolemy and Geography
Ptolemy's geography contained many errors, but it also pioneered many concepts that we still use today.
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Ptolemy Astronomer Geographer
Ptolemy was an ancient Greek scholar who originated the Ptolemaic system in astronomy and made important contributions to geography and optics.
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Ptolemy, Astronomy, & Almagest
Ptolemy's geocentric astronomical system placed Earth at the center of the universe and he was considered the ultimate authority in astronomy for about 1400 years.
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The Gardenesque Style
In the December 1832 issue of his <i>Gardener’s Magazine</i>, John Claudius Loudon proposed a new style which he called “gardenesque".
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The Romans Are A Coming!
Welcome to a series of articles on the Romans. The first part tackles the Roman Invasion - Hail Caesar!
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VALENTINES: A Bit of History
Valentine's Day customs have changed drastically over the years. It was celebrated in Ancient Rome as the Feast of Lupercalia.
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England's Oldest Roman Town
Lying just an hour from London by train, Colchester has managed to preserve its ancient buildings and heritage from developers, while allowing modernity to flourish
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Boudicca Queen of the Iceni
Queen Boudicca led the Iceni tribe in a revolt that nearly ended Roman rule in Britain. Why did this woman take up arms against the might of the Roman empire
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David Tennant as Hamlet
An all-star cast at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford produces a vibrant and engaging version of one of the most famous plays in the canon: Shakespeare's "Hamlet"
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Hamlet: Owen Sound's Roxy Theatre
Hamlet's leading man: Tom Albrecht`s decision to take the role, plus Owen Sound Little Theatre director Michael Rea and play scorist Don Buchanan.
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The Madness of One
<font face="times new roman" color=black size=2>The madness of Hamlet. The question that has weighed on the minds of audiences for centuries, and will surely continue to baffle and inspire for centuries to come.</font>
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The Story of Saint Valentine
A brief overview of the life of the third-century priest who became known as Saint Valentine.
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Tom Albrecht and The Birthday Bard
How fitting that Tom Albrecht is playing the Danish Prince with Owen Sound Little Theatre this week! Today would have been William Shakespeare's 444th birthday.
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Manifesting Guilt - Character Analysis of Macbeth
Hi everyone. I know I'm behind in my articles, but with the New Year, I plan on correcting that. First, by catching up with three articles this month alone (promise, for real!), and this is a perfect time to start as any. So, for today, let's take a closer look at Macbeth and how reason ultimately escapes him.
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Merle Oberon: The Imperial Beauty
Merle Oberon was much more than Cathy in "Wuthering Heights"(1939). In addition to some fine performances, she was tireless in her work for humanity and famous as an international hostess. Here is part one of her life story.
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Rome's Third Servile War
In 73 B.C. Roman slaves, led by Spartacus, revolted, building an army and raging through the Italian countryside in one of the most important slave uprisings in history.
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Royal Valentine's Day Quiz
Celebrate Valentine's Day in royal style by taking this romantic quiz.
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The Emperor Julian the Apostate
Emperor from 361, Julian was the last Pagan Roman Emperor. Brought up as a Christian, revival of the old religions earned him the title 'apostate'.
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The History of Valentine’s Day
Like many of our holidays, Valentines Day has its roots in early Christianity, ancient Rome, and pagan rites.
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Tom Albrecht as Hamlet
The Roxy Theatre stage must be like a second home to Tom Albrecht - asked in 2007 by Owen Sound Little Theatre director Michael Rea to play the title role in Hamlet.
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Lindow Man
Archaeologists have established the health, social status, even the last meal and cause of death of this Cheshire bog body. However, why he died is a matter of debate.
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