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Folger Theatre is the vibrant center piece of the Folger’s public programs. With a focus on Shakespeare, Folger Theatre produces plays reflecting the breadth of the library’s peerless collection. In this unique setting, with collaborations between artists and experts, Folger Theatre produces innovative stagings that have been commended as “breathtakingly original...strikingly contemporary” (The Washington Post). Led since 1991 by Artistic Producer Janet Alexander Griffin, Folger Theatre has received 135 nominations and 23 Helen Hayes Awards for excellence in acting, direction, design, and production. During the recent seasons Folger Theatre has received the Outstanding Resident Play Award for its productions of Measure for Measure in 2007, Hamlet in 2011 and The Taming of the Shrew in 2013. Other highlights from Folger Theatre’s producing history include these Helen Hayes Award recipients or nominees for outstanding production: Romeo and Juliet (2013), Orestes: A Tragic Romp (2010), Henry VIII (2010), Arcadia (2009), Macbeth (2008), The Two Gentlemen of Verona (2006), Melissa Arctic (2006), She Stoops to Conquer (2002), Shakespeare’s R & J (2001), Much Ado About Nothing (1998), and Romeo and Juliet (1997).
An Interview with Psalmayene 24
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An Interview with Psalmayene 24

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Collection Connections: 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor
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Collection Connections: 'Shadowplay' by Joseph O'Connor

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Held on the first Thursday of the month, the Folger’s virtual book club is free and open to all. Here, we revisit the items shared by Dr. Jason McElligott, Director of Marsh’s Library, on October 6, 2022 as an introduction…

The Frontera Project performs personal stories of the U.S./Mexico border, migration, and belonging
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The Frontera Project performs personal stories of the U.S./Mexico border, migration, and belonging

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As part of this summer’s specialty programming, we welcome The Frontera Project to The Playhouse stage for performances and workshops July 28-August 1. Molly Todd shares a bit about the production and what to look for as an audience member.

ENCORES: Palestrina's Perfect Art with Stile Antico and Folger Consort (2020)
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ENCORES: Palestrina's Perfect Art with Stile Antico and Folger Consort (2020)

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Folger Public Programs is pleased to present selections from ‘Palestrina’s Perfect Art,’ performed by Stile Antico, as part of its ENCORES online series, highlighting past performances and recalling the rich history of programming on the historic Folger stage.

Resource Guide: 'Love in Color: Mythical Tales from Around the World, Retold' by Bolu Babalola
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Resource Guide: 'Love in Color: Mythical Tales from Around the World, Retold' by Bolu Babalola

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On June 2, 2022 the Folger hosts its Virtual Book Club, featuring a discussion on ‘Love in Color’ by Bolu Babalola. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of Folger resources related to mythology and Shakespeare.

Words, Words, Words: 'Love in Color: Mythical Tales Around the World, Retold' by Bolu Babalola
June 2022 Love in Color by Bolu Babalola
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Words, Words, Words: 'Love in Color: Mythical Tales Around the World, Retold' by Bolu Babalola

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The Folger’s virtual book club, Words, Words, Words continues on Thursday, June 2 with a discussion of ‘Love in Color’ by Bolu Babalola. To get ready for the conversation, we’ve compiled some introductory information on this collection of contemporary takes on global myths.

ENCORES: Graywolf's 45th Anniversary with Danez Smith (2019)
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ENCORES: Graywolf's 45th Anniversary with Danez Smith (2019)

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Folger Public Programs is pleased to present ENCORES, a weekly online series highlighting past performances and recalling the rich history of programming on the historic Folger stage. Enjoy Danez Smith sharing their poetry as part of the Graywolf 45th Anniversary…

Collection Connections: 'Vinegar Girl' by Anne Tyler
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Collection Connections: 'Vinegar Girl' by Anne Tyler

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Elizabeth DeBold, Assistant Curator of Collections, shares items she presented on May 5, 2022 as an introduction to ‘Vinegar Girl’ by Anne Tyler.

ENCORES: The Folger Poetry Board Reading with Lucille Clifton (2008)
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ENCORES: The Folger Poetry Board Reading with Lucille Clifton (2008)

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Folger Public Programs is pleased to present ENCORES, a weekly online series highlighting past performances and recalling the rich history of programming on the historic Folger stage. Enjoy Lucille Clifton sharing her poetry as part of the 2008 Folger Poetry…

Resource Guide: 'Vinegar Girl' by Anne Tyler
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Resource Guide: 'Vinegar Girl' by Anne Tyler

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On May 5, 2022 the Folger hosts its Virtual Book Club, featuring a discussion on ‘Vinegar Girl’ by Anne Tyler. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of Folger resources related to the themes found in…

Words, Words, Words: 'Vinegar Girl' by Anne Tyler
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Words, Words, Words: 'Vinegar Girl' by Anne Tyler

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The Folger’s virtual book club continues on Thursday, May 5 with a discussion of ‘Vinegar Girl’ by Anne Tyler. To get ready for the conversation, we’ve compiled some introductory information on this contemporary take on Shakespeare’s ‘The Taming of the Shrew’.

ENCORES: 'The Two Gentlemen of Verona' performed by Folger Theatre and Fiasco Theater (2014)
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ENCORES: 'The Two Gentlemen of Verona' performed by Folger Theatre and Fiasco Theater (2014)

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Folger Public Programs is pleased to present ENCORES, recalling the rich history of programming on the historic Folger stage. This week, we revisit a performance of ‘The Two Gentlemen of Verona’ by Folger Theatre and Fiasco Theater (2014).

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