The Folger Spotlight

Introductory information on our October 2022 book club selection, a peek into the Victorian theatre, Shakespearean performance, and the writing of Dracula.

Held on the first Thursday of the month, the Folger’s virtual book club is free and open to all. Here, Dr. emma poltrack, shares items she presented on September 8, 2022 as an introduction to Learwife by J.R. Thorp.

To prepare for our September 2022 book club discussion, we have pulled together a list of Folger resources related to King Lear, the novel, and motherhood.

This is the final week to visit The Playhouse or catch Folger Theatre’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the National Building Museum. But don’t worry: there’s still lots to do. This week, catch a reading of a new play, join a generative…

Photo: Lloyd Wolf There’s always something to do at The Playhouse. This week, join us for a free concert from the Bele Bele Rhythm Collective, learn about the history of potions and cocktails from mixologists and historians, and immerse yourself…

Introductory information on our September 2022 book club selection, a unique perspective on Shakespeare’s epic tragedy.

This week at The Playhouse, take an in-depth look at the Folger’s renovation with its designers, make your own miniature comic book, and jam out to tunes by Justin Trawick and the Common Good.

This week at The Playhouse, join a hip-hop Shakespeare workshop from artist Malik Work, and much more.

Every week, there’s something new happening at The Playhouse. Check out special events going on July 25 – 31.

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.

Dr. emma poltrack shares items she presented on June 2, 2022 as an introduction to ‘Love in Color: Mythical Tales from Around the World, Retold’ by Bolu Babalola.

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.