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Playlist: Windsor Top 20
Folger Spotlight

Playlist: Windsor Top 20

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emma poltrack

Keep the party going beyond the theater with our “Merry Wives”-inspired Spotify playlist, featuring the tunes of the 70s and more.

Dramaturg's Notes: The Merry Wives of Windsor
Folger Spotlight

Dramaturg's Notes: The Merry Wives of Windsor

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Michele Osherow

Folger Resident Dramaturg Michele Osherow explores the history of ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor,’ the wit of its wives, and the far-out 1970s setting of Folger Theatre’s production.

What's onstage at Shakespeare theaters in January
Shakespeare and Beyond

What's onstage at Shakespeare theaters in January

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Ben Lauer

We reached out to our theater partners across the US to see what Shakespeare plays they have onstage at the dawn of a new decade.

Mozart vs. Salieri with James Jacobs
Folger Spotlight

Mozart vs. Salieri with James Jacobs

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Folger Theatre

On November 22, 2019, Classical WETA host James Jacobs gave a presentation exploring the historic rivalry of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri. This talk was part of our Folger Friday series. Listen to the recorded talk or read the…

We asked 5 artistic directors: How did making Shakespeare change in the 2010s?
Shakespeare wearing novelty 2010 New Years glasses.
Shakespeare and Beyond

We asked 5 artistic directors: How did making Shakespeare change in the 2010s?

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Ben Lauer

We asked five artistic directors from Shakespeare companies around the United States: How did making Shakespeare change between 2010 and 2020? Plus, we recap a wild decade for Shakespeare lovers.

A Costume Journey through 'Amadeus' with Mariah Anzaldo Hale
Folger Spotlight

A Costume Journey through 'Amadeus' with Mariah Anzaldo Hale

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Folger Theatre

Costume designer and long-time Folger collaborator Mariah Anzaldo Hale’s guides us through the costume journey of Constanze Weber through the first act of the play.

Wigging Out: Designer Dori Beau Seigneur on the Fabulous Hair of 'Amadeus'
Folger Spotlight

Wigging Out: Designer Dori Beau Seigneur on the Fabulous Hair of 'Amadeus'

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Folger Theatre

Wig designer Dori Beau Seigneur takes us through the process of fashioning the fabulous hair currently being sported on the Folger stage.

Q&A with 'Amadeus' Director Richard Clifford
Folger Spotlight

Q&A with 'Amadeus' Director Richard Clifford

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Folger Theatre

Amadeus director Richard Clifford’s took the time to answer some quick questions about his history with Peter Shaffer’s musical masterwork and what’s in store on the Folger stage.

Photo Gallery: 'Amadeus' First Rehearsal and Read-Through
Folger Spotlight

Photo Gallery: 'Amadeus' First Rehearsal and Read-Through

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Folger Theatre

Explore Folger Theatre’s gallery for a sneak peek at Amadeus’ first read-through.

"They Fight": Choreographing Shakespeare's Violence with U. Jonathan Toppo
Folger Spotlight

"They Fight": Choreographing Shakespeare's Violence with U. Jonathan Toppo

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Folger Theatre

Folger Theatre’s ‘1 Henry IV’ closes on Sunday. We celebrate the end of this “must-see” production by chatting with actor and fight choreographer U. Jonathan Toppo.

What's onstage at Shakespeare theaters in September
Shakespeare and Beyond

What's onstage at Shakespeare theaters in September

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Ben Lauer

Every month, we check in with our theater partners to find out what’s onstage. Here’s what’s happening at Shakespeare theaters in September.

The Boar's Head Jukebox: A Playlist Inspired by '1 Henry IV'
Folger Spotlight

The Boar's Head Jukebox: A Playlist Inspired by '1 Henry IV'

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emma poltrack

Folger Theatre is getting ready to begin its 2019/20 season with 1 Henry IV. Part epic history, part raucous comedy, and part poignant coming-of-age tale. Get in the spirit(s) with our playlist of songs meant to introduce you to the characters and…

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