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Hamlet's "What a Piece of Work Is Man"
Hamlet's Act II, Scene 2 soliloquay shows both the character's changing attitude toward the people around him and prevailing beliefs and dilemmas of the Renaissance
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Alas, Poor Yorick – Mortality in Hamlet
Hamlet's soliloquy about his dearly departed court jester, Yorick, explores both a transformation in his own character and Renaissance ideas concerning death and dying.
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Acting Shakespeare
Shakespeare's plays present a unique set of challenges for actors. Learn some of the best ways to connect onstage with the celebrated playwright.
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Othello's Final Speech
Othello's last words emphasize his status as a tragic hero and his transformation into an outsider.
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Spectromancer Strategies: The Cleric
In the online card game Spectromancer, the Cleric is the master of Holy power. Learn the key aspects of the Holy play-style and duel with expertise.
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Ophelia on Film
The character of Ophelia has been interpreted in many ways throughout Hamlet's history in film. Each director provides a new and compelling glimpse into her madness.
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Macbeth's "Tomorrow" Speech
Macbeth's response to the news of his wife's death shows his complete emotional shut-down and the unbearable personal cost of his rise to power.
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Magic in Shakespeare's The Tempest
Throughout The Tempest, many characters use magic to drive the plot forward. These spells and enchantments are representative of the power of language.
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