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Timon of Athens (The Life of Tymon of Athens) is a play by William Shakespeare, published in the First Folio (1623) and probably written in collaboration with another author, most likely Thomas Middleton, in about 1605–1606. It is about the fortunes of an Athenian named Timon (and probably influenced by the philosopher of the same name). The central character is a well beloved citizen of Athens who through tremendous generosity spends his entire fortunes on corrupt hangers-on only interested in getting the next payout.
The earliest known production of the play was in 1674, when Thomas Shadwell wrote an adaptation under the title The History of Timon of Athens, The Man-hater. Multiple other adaptations followed over the next century, by writers such as Thomas Hull, James Love and Richard Cumberland. The straight Shakespearean text was at Smock Alley in Dublin in 1761, but adaptations continued to dominate the stage until well into the 20th century.
Timon of Athens was originally grouped with the tragedies, but some scholars name it one of the problem plays.
William Shakespeare (/ˈʃeɪkspɪər/;26 April 1564 (baptised) – 23 April 1616) was an English poet, playwright, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet, and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including collaborations, consist of approximately 38 plays,154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and a few other verses, some of uncertain authorship. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.
Shakespeare was born and brought up in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire. At the age of 18, he married Anne Hathaway, with whom he had three children: Susanna, and twins Hamnet and Judith. Sometime between 1585 and 1592, he began a successful career in London as an actor, writer, and part-owner of a playing company called the Lord Chamberlain's Men, later known as the King's Men. He appears to have retired to Stratford around 1613, at age 49, where he died three years later. Few records of Shakespeare's private life survive, which has stimulated considerable speculation about such matters as his physical appearance, sexuality, and religious beliefs, and whether the works attributed to him were written by others.
Set in modern day San Francisco (Athens), Timon is a flamboyant playboy, who has become famous in the big city for his kinky parties, and the lavish gifts he bestows on artists, merchants and adoring friends. When Athenian Senators close in on Timon and his soldier friend, Captain Alcibiades, they quickly learn how deeply money can corrupt politics and friendship. Timon retreats to the wilderness to live as a misanthropic beast. There in the Athenian forest, Timon finds what he was least expecting: gold. But is it too late for revenge?
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Just in time for Shakespeare's 450th birthday, the Alabama Shakespeare Festival will complete the Bard's canon with the production of Timon of Athens. This special adaptation using modern English was commissioned by the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and will have its world premiere at ASF. When the overly generous Timon realizes he's given away too many of his worldly goods to people he thinks are his friends, he becomes disillusioned when no one will give any of his stuff back. Despondent, he exiles himself where he stumbles upon a new fortune. But this time his plans for the new found fortune are less than altruistic. Now playing at ASF through May 24. Visit http://www.asf.net for tickets.
Timon of Athens GreenStage - Seattle's Shakespeare in the Park Company Summer 1999 CAST (alphabetical order) Barzin Akhavan ----- Painter Erin Day ----- Timon of Athens Ellen Dessler ----- A Jeweler / Servant Dave Dodge ----- Apemantus Rachel Horner ----- Servilius / Merchant Tara Jensen ----- Poet / Servant Stephen Loch ----- Alcibiades Linda Lombardi ----- Flavius Mark McQuinn ----- Flaminius / Musician Amelia Meckler ----- Lucullus / Servant David Nochimson ----- Sempronius / Old Athenian Eli Simons ----- Lucius / Fool PRODUCTION TEAM Ken Holmes ----- Director Angie Stutting ----- Costumes Anna Maria Gutierrez ----- Choreography Mark McQuinn ----- Music Laura Garcia ----- Props Linda Lombardi ----- Production Manager Melanie S...
Full Audiobook reading of TIMON OF ATHENS by William Shakespeare
Timon of Athens by William Shakespeare On 1 November, the National Theatre's critically acclaimed, contemporary production of Timon of Athens will be broadcast into cinemas throughout the UK and around the world as part of National Theatre Live. Wealthy friend to the rich and powerful, patron of the arts, ostentatious host, Timon of Athens is surrounded by free-loaders and sycophants. When he vastly outspends his resources and calls for help, his friends hand him out to dry. Simon Russell Beale (Collaborators, London Assurance) takes the title role in Shakespeare's strange fable of consumption, directed by Nicholas Hytner (Hamlet, One Man, Two Guvnors). Find your nearest cinema at http://www.ntlive.com Part of National Theatre Live -- the best of British theatre broadcast to cinemas a...
"Men shut their doors against a setting sun" (Timon of Athens, 1.2) Actor Richard Thomas (Lord Timon) and director Barry Edelstein discuss the Public Theater's upcoming production of Shakespeare's highly unusual, rarely produced TIMON IN ATHENS. Part of the Public Lab Shakespeare Series, the show runs February 15th thru March 6th, 2011 at the Public Theater. All tickets are just $15! Get yours now at: www.publictheater.org
Don't miss this must-see production of TIMON OF ATHENS that audiences and critics are calling "startling, incredible, powerful" and "masterful." With Anthony Heald as Timon and a brilliant cast, the show plays in the Angus Bowmer Theatre through October 29, 2016. For more about the production, visit: https://www.osfashland.org/en/productions/2016-plays/timon-of-athens.aspx
Henry Purcell «Timon of Athens» Semi-Opera Z. 632 1694 The Masque of Cupid and Bacchus 1. A Symphony of pipes imitating the chirping of birds [Orchestra] 0:01 2. Hark how the Songsters of the Grove [First and Second Nymph] 3:36 3. Love in their little veins inspires [First Nymph] 5:11 4. But ah! how much are our delights more dear[First Nymph/Second Nymph/Follower of Cupid] 6:32 5. Hence with your trifling Deity[First, Second and Third Follower of Bacchus] 7:52 6. Come all, come all to me, make haste [Cupid] 10:05 7. Who can resist such mighty Charmes [Chorus] 11:14 8. Return revolting Rebells where d’ye goe? [Bacchus] 12:49 9. The Cares of Lovers, their Allarms [Cupid] 14:31 10. Love quickly is pall’d tho’ with Labour ’tis gain’d [Fourth Follower of Bacchus] 16:15 11. Come let us agree ...
This video captures the full audio performance of our very first production of "Timon of Athens," done in 1955, along with all surviving images by Anita Fowler. At the beginning of the video you will also see Carl Ritchie's review of the audiotapes, done in 1996. As Carl notes Richard T. Jones, who played Timon, had vocal difficulties during the run of this show. This digital version of the audiotapes is made possible by a generous grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Originální název: Timon of Athens, Informace o filmu na http://www.sms.cz/film/timon-athensky Hudební, Velká Británie, 2012 Režie: Nicholas Hytner Hrají: Martin Chamberlain, Jason Cheater, Stavros Demetraki, Paul Dodds, Deborah Findlay, Ciaran McMenamin, Simon Russell Beale, Nick Sampson
Simon Russell Beale as Timon of Athens an extract from The Complete Walk – a free, interactive celebration of Shakespeare’s plays Music by Bjarte Eike & Barokksolistene www.barokksolistene.com Dates & Times: Saturday 23 April 10.00am – 10.00pm & Sunday 24 April 10.00am – 8.00pm Background: The Complete Walk consists of 37 specially-made 10 minute short films playing on loop along a 2.5 mile route of the river Thames between Westminster and Tower Bridge. Each film explores an aspect of one of Shakespeare’s plays, featuring scenes shot in the locations Shakespeare imagined. These scenes are combined with excerpts from some of the BFI’s early silent films and from our Globe On Screen filmed stage productions. Featuring some of the world’s greatest actors, The Complete Walk is an access...
Listen to the full audiobook: http://copydl.space/mabk/30/en/B00K8GCXTW/book This controversial play follows the declining fortunes of a man of extravagant contradictions. The fabulously rich Timon believes all his friends to be as open-hearted and generous as himself. When his wealth suddenly evaporates, however, he discovers the truth and his altruism turns to a bitter hatred of mankind. Stirred up by the cynical Apemantus, Timon retreats to the woods where he plots the destruction of Athens, the city that had formerly seemed to embody everything pleasurable and civilized. The cosmic scope of his hatred is communicated in a series of powerful and disturbing dramatic tableaux. Alan Howard is Timon and Norman Rodway is Apemantus. Damian Lewis play Alcibiades.
Joe Vanenkhuizen - Tenorsax. / Benny Green - Grandpiano (Rec.1991) http://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Vanenkhuizen
Timon of Athens Semi-Opera Z. 632 1694 Musica Ad Rhenum Jed Wentz, conductor
Timon of Athens | William Shakespeare | Plays | Audiobook full unabridged | English Content of the video and Sections beginning time (clickable) - Chapters of the audiobook: please see First comments under this video. The Life of Timon of Athens is a play by William Shakespeare about the fortunes of an Athenian named Timon (and probably influenced by the philosopher of the same name, as well), generally regarded as one of his most obscure and difficult works. Originally grouped with the tragedies, it is generally considered such, but some scholars group it with the problem plays. The play has caused considerable debate among scholars. It is oddly constructed, with several lacunae (gaps) and for this reason is often described as unfinished, multi-authored, and/or experimental. No precis...
In this final instalment, hear us talk about the play itself and what drove us to take on one of Shakespeare most obscure works.