Ophelia - From "Hamlet," Ophelia is known for her beauty and tragic story. The name is derived from the Greek word "ophelos," meaning "help" or "benefit. Juliet - The iconic heroine of "Romeo and ...

Shakespeare North Playhouse aims to bring people together to participate in a unique programme of performance, activities and conversations, inspired by Shakespeare and relevant to all of us.

What awards has Shakespeare Theatre Company won? Shakespeare Theatre Company has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for Black ...

How was William Shakespeare’s work influenced by ancient Greece? Credit: ell brown. CC BY 2.0/flickr It was once believed that Shakespeare was intimately familiar with ancient Greek tragedies and ...

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The Oscars have given out 96 awards for Best Picture in their long history. Here’s one thing you should know about each film, ...

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It helps to practice patience, but always contact a doctor if your baby has symptoms of sickness or pain. If you’ve been a parent or caregiver for longer than 24 hours, you know the expression ...

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Ninety-six films have won the Academy Award for Best Picture since the first Oscars ceremony was held in 1928, and it’s never ...

Shakespeare’s plays were written over 400 years ago, and some of the language can be unfamiliar to modern audiences. Shakespeare helped transform the English language. Many words and phrases ...