Multiple theories suggest the playwright did not write his most famous works, including Hamlet and Julius Caesar.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Since Shakespeare’s time, some critics and scholars have been unable to believe that a country boy from ...

Illustration of Shakespeare reciting "Hamlet" to his family in Stratford-upon-Avon. People rarely argue over the question, “Who is the greatest writer of all time?” Even though several literary ...

Looking to brush up your Shakespeare? Though they were written over 400 years ago, the plays of Shakespeare continue to enthrall readers and theater enthusiasts alike. Let BroadwayWorld be your guide ...

William Shakespeare’s famous tragedy “Othello” is often the first play that comes to mind when people think of Shakespeare and race. And if not “Othello,” then folks usually name “The Merchant of ...

William Shakespeare was a Renaissance-era writer and actor, often referred to as England's national poet, the world's greatest dramatist, and the "Bard of Avon." Despite this widespread success, the ...

Cinema's fascination with The Bard falls into a couple of composite lanes: reverent biopic, speculative, and outright fantasy. The best examples don't try to solve mysteries or answer historical ...

Shakespeare & Company announced its 2026 season featuring “Hamlet,” “Twelfth Night” and reimagined productions, including ...

JUPITER, Fla. — The 32nd annual Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival is performing William Shakespeare's "Richard II" this weekend in Jupiter. The free outdoor event runs July 7-10 and July 14-17 at the ...

LONDON — A set of the first four editions of William Shakespeare’s collected works is expected to sell for up to 4.5 million pounds ($6 million) at auction next month. Sotheby’s auction house ...

Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles at swing in a scene from the film "10 Things I Hate About You," 1999. "All the world's a stage" and sometimes a film set. Whether you frequent Shakespeare Festivals or ...

It all began on a whim in 2008. Since that time, the “whim” has turned into a popular summer tradition. Shakespeare in South Park will celebrate its 15th season with a production of William ...