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Talks
Hear from established and emerging scholars, artists, theater practitioners, educators, and more in a wide range of lively and engaging talks.
Folger Salon with Debbie Finkelstein, Yunah Kae, and Austin Raetz
Folger Salon with Debbie Finkelstein, Yunah Kae, and Austin Raetz
Learn about research happening at the Folger in real time! Each month, Folger Institute scholar and artist fellows will share their most exciting finds and thought-provoking challenges, followed by casual open conversation.
Thu, Mar 12, 2026 at 4:30pm
Director’s Talk: As You Like It
Director’s Talk: As You Like It with Dr. Farah Karim-Cooper
Folger Shakespeare Library Director Dr. Farah Karim-Cooper offers insights into Folger Theatre's production of Shakespeare’s As You Like It and how the play resonates today.
Fri, Mar 20, 2026 at 6:30pm
The 2026 Eudora Welty Lecture: Kate DiCamillo
The 2026 Eudora Welty Lecture: Kate DiCamillo
Award-winning writer Kate DiCamillo delivers the 2026 Eudora Welty Lecture, inspired by the writing and life of famed author Eudora Welty. A book-signing and wine reception will follow.
Thu, Mar 26, 2026 at 7:30pm
Early Music Seminar: An English Garden
Early Music Seminar: An English Garden
Folger Consort Artistic Director Robert Eisenstein leads a lively virtual seminar that offers a sneak peek at the music performed in the Folger Consort’s upcoming concert An English Garden.
Wed, May 6, 2026 at 6pm ET