Welcome to the Folger’s press room, our space for journalists who are interested in the Folger Shakespeare Library and our programs and activities.
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If you have any questions, would like to arrange an interview or story, or request images, please contact us at press@folger.edu or 202-608-1703.
Colleen Kennedy
Senior Communications Manager
Melanie Bender Martin
Director of Marketing and Communications
Current press releases
Folger Theatre Presents the World Premiere of Lauren M. Gunderson’s A Room in the Castle

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Folger Theatre Presents the World Premiere of Lauren M. Gunderson’s A Room in the Castle
Press release: January 28, 2025
Folger Shakespeare Library Announces "How to Be a Power Player: Tudor Edition" to Open on February 21

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Folger Shakespeare Library Announces "How to Be a Power Player: Tudor Edition" to Open on February 21
Press release: January 22, 2025
Folger Consort Presents Medieval Musical Selections and Poetry Performances Based on Geoffrey Chaucer’s A Parlement of Foules for Valentine’s Day Weekend

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Folger Consort Presents Medieval Musical Selections and Poetry Performances Based on Geoffrey Chaucer’s A Parlement of Foules for Valentine’s Day Weekend
Press release: January 16, 2025
Folger Theatre Announces Lineup of Events for Third Annual Reading Room Festival

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Folger Theatre Announces Lineup of Events for Third Annual Reading Room Festival
Press release: January 9, 2025
Folger Shakespeare Library Announces Winter Programming and Events for December 2024 through March 2025

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Folger Shakespeare Library Announces Winter Programming and Events for December 2024 through March 2025
Press release: December 10, 2024