‘Grand Theft Hamlet’ review: ‘Grand Theft Auto’ meets Shakespeare in this video game documentary

There could not be a more mismatched pair of subjects than Shakespearean tragedy and rocket launchers fired at police choppers by men in silly hats. However, Grand Theft Hamlet explores this unique combination of past and present while revealing new and unexpected narrative layers at every turn. The animated documentary follows two actors’ ill-advised attempts … Read more

Queen Camilla attends ‘Celebrating Shakespeare’ event as King Charles returns to Sandringham

Queen Camilla attends ‘Celebrating Shakespeare’ event as King Charles returns to Sandringham Queen Camilla attended a ‘Celebration of Shakespeare’ event, meeting fans of the playwright’s work as King Charles returned to Sandringham alone on Wednesday. According to palace, the Queen was greeted by host Gyles Brandreth and introduced to guests to celebrate the legacy of … Read more

‘Saltburn’s Shakespeare references, explained | Mashable

Yeah, yeah, Saltburn shares a lot with Patricia Highsmith’s The Talented Mr Ripley. We get it, Mac, we’ve torn it apart in the pub, we’re several beers deep on the nuances. But hark! There’s another subtle textual reference in Emerald Fennell’s thriller that’ll have you digging out your other English textbooks to fuel another round. … Read more

To Own the Future, Read Shakespeare

many times a year, as if on a hidden schedule, some tech person, often venture-capital-adjacent, types out a thought on social media like “The only thing liberal arts majors are good for is scrubbing floors while I punch them” and hits Send. Then the poetry people respond—often a little late, in need of haircuts—with earnest … Read more

Omid Scobie ‘Endgame’ is like ‘Shakespeare tragedy,’ says expert

Omid Scobie ‘Endgame’ is like ‘Shakespeare tragedy,’ says expert Royal author Omid Scobie’s ‘Endgame’ has been likened to a Shakespeare tragedy. The book, that is now out in stores has seemingly worried Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who are now trying to sort out their differences with the estranged Royal Family members. Pauline Maclaran, Professor … Read more