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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.
Shakespeare's Sister Stay video, their most popular and memorable hit. Thank you to everyone for over a million views! I appreciate the love everyone has shown~NFA
"You're a fishmonger!" By taking a closer look at Shakespeare's words--specifically his insults--we see why he is known as a master playwright whose works transcend time and appeal to audiences all over the world. Lesson by April Gudenrath, narration by Juliet Blake, animation by TED-Ed. View the full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/insults-by-shakespeare
Watch a short video biography of William Shakespeare, The Bard of Avon best known for his plays "Hamlet," "Romeo and Juliet," and "King Lear." Learn more about William Shakespeare: http://bit.ly/TPrqTS Watch more videos of William Shakespeare: http://bit.ly/UC7gxS Learn more about Famous Playwrights: http://bit.ly/VCH44B Learn more about Famous Poets: http://bit.ly/VCH84x Though little is known about William Shakespeare's personal life, his works such as "Hamlet," "Romeo and Juliet," and "King Lear," have influenced literature and theater for over 400 years.
This week, we're learning about sonnets, and English Literature's best-known purveyor of those fourteen-line paeans, William Shakespeare. We'll look at a few of Willy Shakes's biggest hits, including Sonnet 18, "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day," Sonnet 116, "Let me not to the marriage of true minds admit impediment," and Sonnet 130, "My mistresses's eyes are nothing like the sun." We'll talk about what makes a sonnet, a little bit about their history, and even a little bit about how reading poetry helps us understand how to be human beings.
Quick and easy synopsis of the Shakespeare play, Hamlet. For more Hamlet resources, go to http://www.sparknotes.com/shakespeare/hamlet/. For a translation of the entire play into modern English, go to No Fear Shakespeare at nfs.sparknotes.com/hamlet/.
Shakespeare's Mother The Secret Life of a Tudor Woman BBC Documentary 2015
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Matt Toronto Assistant Professor The School of Theatre at Penn State Originally created as part of THEA 107 by the eLearning Institute in the College of Arts & Architecture at Penn State film and animation by Cody Goddard
Horrible Histories William Shakespeare Song this has got to be a good one for William Shakespeare quotes. This was recorded live from series 4 episode 11. Please take time to look at stuff I create: http://www.youtube.com/user/adrico92 http://www.youtube.com/user/adrico138 Disclaimer: All copyrights and trademarks are the property of their respective owners, and their use is allowed under the fair use clause of the Copyright Law. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational o...
June 29: On this day in 1613, the Globe Theatre burnt down. For more visit http://qi.com From QI Series I, Episode 17
It's been four hundred years since the death of the world's most famous playwright, William Shakespeare. His plays and stories are still really important today as are the thousands of the words and phrases he invented too. But what was this genius' life really like? We find out from the man himself! TEACHER RESOURCE (yr 5,6 English) "Students will investigate the life and work of William Shakespeare." http://www.abc.net.au/btn/resources/teacher/episode/20160503-shakespeare.pdf BTN STORY PAGE http://www.abc.net.au/btn/story/s4452869.htm
In honor of Shakespeare's 450th birthday, our school's English department went all out and decorated the English hallway and made cupcakes for the entire West Campus. Additionally, one of the teacher's Mr. Bailey- *cough, cough* I mean, William Shakespeare- was generous enough to allow us to interview him. Please enjoy MCTV's special feature!
Looking at Shakespeare in the style of 'Piers Morgan Life Story' a funny and understandable facts about William himself. Hope you find this helpful.