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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).
Collection Connections: 'We That Are Young'
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Collection Connections: 'We That Are Young'

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Rachel B. Dankert, Learning and Engagement Librarian, shares items she presented on September 2, 2021 as an introduction to ‘We That Are Young’ by Preti Taneja.

Resource Guide: 'We That Are Young' by Preti Taneja
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Resource Guide: 'We That Are Young' by Preti Taneja

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On September 2, 2021 the Folger hosts its Virtual Book Club, featuring a discussion of ‘We That Are Young’ by Preti Taneja. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of resources related to Shakespeare, ‘King Lear,’…

Words, Words, Words: 'We That Are Young' by Preti Taneja
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Words, Words, Words: 'We That Are Young' by Preti Taneja

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The Folger’s virtual book club continues on Thursday, September 2 with a discussion of Preti Taneja’s ‘We That Are Young.’ To get ready for the conversation, we’ve compiled some introductory information on this rich retelling of Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear.’

Resource Guide: 'The Last True Poets of the Sea' by Julia Drake
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Resource Guide: 'The Last True Poets of the Sea' by Julia Drake

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On August 5, 2021 the Folger hosts its Virtual Book Club, featuring a discussion of ‘The Last True Poets of the Sea’ by Julia Drake. To prepare for the discussion, we have pulled together a list of resources related to…

Words, Words, Words: 'The Last True Poets of the Sea' by Julia Drake
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Words, Words, Words: 'The Last True Poets of the Sea' by Julia Drake

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The Folger’s virtual book club continues on Thursday, August 5 with a discussion of Julia Drake’s ‘The Last True Poets of the Sea.’

ENCORES: 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' performed by Folger Theatre (2016)
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ENCORES: 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' performed by Folger Theatre (2016)

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Folger Public Programs is pleased to present ENCORES. Enjoy a selection from Folger Theatre’s 2016 production of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream.’

ENCORES: Poetry in Translation with Adam Zagajewski (2015)
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ENCORES: Poetry in Translation with Adam Zagajewski (2015)

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Folger Public Programs is pleased to present ENCORES. Enjoy Adam Zagajewski sharing a selection of his poems in Polish alongside translation from Claire Cavanaugh from a reading in 2015.

ENCORES: A selection from "Sonata #3 in F Major" performed by Folger Consort (2015)
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ENCORES: A selection from "Sonata #3 in F Major" performed by Folger Consort (2015)

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Folger Public Programs presents ENCORES, a weekly online series highlighting the rich history of programming on the historic Folger stage. This week, enjoy a selection of Biber’s “Sonata #3 in F Major” performed by Folger Consort.

ENCORES: 'Recipes for Thought' Lecture by Wendy Wall (2011)
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ENCORES: 'Recipes for Thought' Lecture by Wendy Wall (2011)

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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. See an excerpt of Wendy Wall’s lecture “Recipes for Thought,” the 2011 Shakespeare…

ENCORES: 'Saint Joan' by Bedlam, presented by Folger Theatre (2018)
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ENCORES: 'Saint Joan' by Bedlam, presented by Folger Theatre (2018)

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Folger Public Programs is pleased to present ENCORES. Enjoy a selection from Bedlam’s 2018 production of ‘Saint Joan,’ presented by Folger Theatre.

ENCORES: "Play, Music!" with Brian Kay (2017)
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ENCORES: "Play, Music!" with Brian Kay (2017)

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Folger Public Programs is pleased to present ENCORES. This week, enjoy a selection from Brian Kay’s 2017 talk on Shakespeare and music.

Collection Connections: 'Circe' by Madeline Miller
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Collection Connections: 'Circe' by Madeline Miller

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Rachel B. Dankert, Learning and Engagement Librarian, shares items she presented on May 6, 2021 as an introduction to Circe by Madeline Miller.

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