Best Shakespeare Birthplace Trust Podcasts (2024)

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24. Freddie Fox on Performing Hamlet 33:40

2y ago33:40

33:40

Award-winning actor, Freddie Fox, speaks to Anjna about performing Hamlet, a last-minute Romeo, his love of poetry, and his dream of one day playing romantic hero, Benedick. Please note that Freddie uses an expletive (sh**) on one occasion. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be inclu…

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23. Adrian Lester on his Shakesperian Roles 31:27

2y ago31:27

31:27

The award-winning actor, Adrian Lester, speaks to Paul about his Shakespearian roles – Rosalind, Henry V, Hamlet, and Othello – working with the late, great director Peter Brook, his portrayal of the pioneering nineteenth-century actor Ira Aldridge, and about why Shakespeare matters. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one mod…

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22. Evie Gurney on her Process and Costume Design 33:49

2y ago33:49

33:49

Award-winning costume designer, Evie Gurney, speaks to Anjna about her costumes for the National Theatre’s Antony and Cleopatra and the 2022 production of Much Ado About Nothing, as well as her process and aspirations for costume design in the theatre. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think sho…

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21. Lisa Wolpe on Shakespeare and Gender 27:10

2y ago27:10

27:10

Paul speaks to the internationally acclaimed actor, director, and visionary, Lisa Wolpe, who continues to be at the forefront of the movement for gender parity and diversity in the arts with a special focus on Shakespeare and Gender. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in …

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20. Not Another Shakespeare Podcast on their mission to humanise early modern drama 33:42

2y ago33:42

33:42

Hosts of the popular podcast Not Another Shakespeare Podcast, James and Nora, speak to Anjna about their mission to humanise early modern drama, making it fun (and sometimes silly) for their audiences. They also have an incredible film recommendation. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think shou…

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19. Antoni Cimolino on the Stratford Festival 31:22

2y ago31:22

31:22

The Stratford Festival, Ontario began in 1953. A newly-enhanced Tom Patterson Theatre has just opened, named after the festival’s founding-visionary. Paul speaks to the current artistic director, Antoni Cimolino, to find out more their vibrant work and aspirations. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that t…

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Introducing Series 4 of Shakespeare Alive 0:36

2y ago0:36

0:36

Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of the future. What do you think of their choices, and what would you choose? Let us know at shakespeare.org.uk/future Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram…

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18. Sukanta Chaudhuri On 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' - in India. 30:48

3+ y ago30:48

30:48

Professor Sukanta Chaudhuri talks to Paul Edmondson about Shakespeare in India and about editing A Midsummer Night's Dream . Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of the future. What do you think of their choices, and what would you choose? …

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17. Bill Barclay on Shakespeare and Music 34:45

3+ y ago34:45

34:45

Former Director of Music at Shakespeare's Globe, Bill Barclay, tells Anjna all about the place of music in Shakespeare, and passing the proverbial torch to the next generation of theatre-makers. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of the f…

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16. Michelle Terry on Shakespeare's Globe 29:44

3+ y ago29:44

29:44

Artistic Director of Shakespeare's Globe, Michelle Terry, shares her journeys and wisdom with Paul. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of the future. What do you think of their choices, and what would you choose? Let us know at shakespear…

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15. The Shakespeare Link with Phil Bowen and Sue Best 32:57

3+ y ago32:57

32:57

Phil Bowen and Sue Best, the couple behind The Shakepseare Link, tell Anjna all about setting up their remarkable charity, building their stunning replica of Shakespeare's Globe out of willow, and their exciting adventures in the digital world. Remember to rate and review Shakespeare Alive and complete our survey by visiting: www.shakespeare.org.uk…

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14. Michael Witmore on the Folger Shakespeare Library 33:26

3+ y ago33:26

33:26

Director of the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington D.C., Michael Witmore, talks to Paul about the history of the library and some of his favourite items in its collection, as well as the Folger's iconic location. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Sha…

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13. Shakespeare and East Asia with Alexa Alice Joubin 33:06

3+ y ago33:06

33:06

Alexa, Professor of English at George Washington University, talks to Anjna about her fascinating research and new book, Shakespeare and East Asia (OUP, 2021). Covering everything from Romeo and Juliet in Singlish, to Japanese productions of King Lear, Alexa offers a crucial and much-needed insight into the political as well as cultural significanc…

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Introducing Series 3 of Shakespeare Alive 1:11

3+ y ago1:11

1:11

A glimpse of what is to come on series three of Shakespeare Alive, including the voices of Michelle Terry, Bill Barclay and Alexa Alice Joubin. Subscribe and remember to rate our show on Apple Podcasts, or your usual podcast platform. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in…

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12. Journeying with Shakespeare with Dr Islam Issa 32:01

3+ y ago32:01

32:01

Writer and broadcaster, Islam Issa of Birmingham City University, talks to Paul about his own Egyptian identity and Shakespeare, and how this relates to his teaching, career, and life. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of the future. Wha…

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11. Global Shakespeares with Professor Jyotsna Singh 32:14

3+ y ago32:14

32:14

Professor Jyotsna Singh from Michigan State University talks to Anjna about growing up in India, Shakespeare and Indian cinema, and decolonising Shakespeare in global interpretations and scholarship. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of …

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9. The Guildford Shakespeare Company with Matt Pinches 30:06

3+ y ago30:06

30:06

Matt Pinches from the award-winning Guildford Shakespeare Company talks to Anjna about its 15 year journey, and what the future may hold for the charitable organisation. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of the future. What do you think …

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8. Flute Theatre with Kelly Hunter 35:42

3+ y ago35:42

35:42

Paul speaks with actress and founder of Flute Theatre , Kelly Hunter MBE, about using Shakespeare to engage with young people living with autism. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of the future. What do you think of their choices, and wh…

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7. The Show Must Go Online with Rob Myles 33:51

3+ y ago33:51

33:51

Rob Myles, Artistic Director of The Show Must Go Online, talks to Anjna about directing 36 plays online in the year of Covid. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Shakespeare museum of the future. What do you think of their choices, and what would you choose?…

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6. Reviewing Shakespeare, with Nathan and Simon Dowling 38:14

3+ y ago38:14

38:14

Nathan and Simon Dowling are the faces and masterminds of the YouTube channel, The Break A Leggers. In the final episode of this series Anjna talks to them about their experiences of reviewing theatre and their expectations of watching Shakespeare live in the modern world. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day ite…

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5. Directing Shakespeare, with Gregory Doran 31:05

4y ago31:05

31:05

Paul talks to Gregory Doran, the artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare Company, about what made him a Shakespearian and what that means to him personally, and to the company. They also discuss cross-gendered casting, and how theatrical performance brings Shakespeare to life in our own time and culture. Support the show We ask our guests and li…

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4. Resurrecting Shakespeare, with Victoria Gartner 28:53

4y ago28:53

28:53

This week’s guest is the founder of theatre company Will & Co, Victoria Baumgartner. We’ll be talking about her play Will and hearing all about her groundbreaking project to bring Shakespeare to your own doorstep during the Covid 19 pandemic. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be inc…

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3. Becoming Othello, with Debra Ann Byrd 30:47

4y ago30:47

30:47

Paul chats to Debra Ann Byrd, the entrepreneurial artistic director of the Harlem Shakespeare Festival, about why she founded her company, what it does, and about her important and inspiring memoir; Becoming Othello, A Black Girl’s Journey. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be inclu…

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2. Illustrating Shakespeare, with Mya Gosling 31:52

4y ago31:52

31:52

Anjna’s joined by stick figure artist and Shakespeare super-fan Mya Gosling, creator of the web comic Good Tickle Brain. Join us as we discuss how Mya breaks down barriers to Shakespeare, making his works feel accessible and, most importantly, fun. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should …

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1. Shakespeare and Race, with Farah Karim-Cooper 35:31

4y ago35:31

35:31

Farah Karim-Cooper, Head of Higher Education and Research at Shakespeare's Globe, talks to Paul about her first encounter with Shakespeare, her experiences of academia and her work on the Shakespeare and Race festival. Support the show We ask our guests and listeners to share one modern-day item that they think should be included in an imagined Sha…

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Charles Dickens and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust 14:52

12+ y ago14:52

14:52

Dr Paul Edmondson, Professor Stanley Wells and Dr Charlotte Mathieson Discuss Charles Dickens' relationship with the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.By University of Warwick

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Celebrating Dickens Part 3 of 3 11:36

12+ y ago11:36

11:36

Part three of a special academic led documentary, presented by Professor Jon Mee, who explores the life and works of Charles Dickens and his enduring legacy.By University of Warwick

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Celebrating Dickens Part 2 of 3 20:06

12+ y ago20:06

20:06

Part two of a special academic led documentary presented by Professor Jon Mee, who explores the life and works of Charles Dickens and his enduring legacy.By University of Warwick

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Celebrating Dickens Part 1 of 3 15:39

12+ y ago15:39

15:39

Part one of a special academic led documentary presented by Professor Jon Mee, who explores the life and works of Charles Dickens and his enduring legacy.By University of Warwick

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Jennifer Lane reads and extract from Oliver Twist 0:50

12+ y ago0:50

0:50

Dickens World character actress Jennifer Lane reads an extract from Charles Dickens' 'Oliver Twist'.By University of Warwick

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Trevor Lapton reads an extract from Hard Times 1:13

12+ y ago1:13

1:13

Dickens World character actor Trevor Lapton reads an extract from Charles Dickens' 'Hard Times'.By University of Warwick

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Praveeta Thayalan reads an extract from Bleak House 1:34

12+ y ago1:34

1:34

Warwick student Praveeta Thayalan reads an extract from Charles Dickens' 'Bleak House'.By University of Warwick

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Professor Jon Mee and Dr Sarah Richardson discuss the novel Hard Times 7:07

12+ y ago7:07

7:07

Professor Jon Mee and Dr Sarah Richardsondiscuss Dickens' novel Hard Times and his political views within a historical context.By University of Warwick

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Celebrating Dickens - Academic Documentary (full version) 44:02

12+ y ago44:02

44:02

In this special 45 minutes academic-led documentary, the University of Warwick's Professor Jon Mee explores the life and works of Charles Dickens and his enduring legacy.By University of Warwick

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Rice University's Professor Robert Patten reads and extract from Pickwick Papers 2:37

12+ y ago2:37

2:37

Rice University's Professor Robert Patten, who is currently Scholar in Residence at the Charles Dickens Museum in London, reads an extract from Pickwick Papers.By University of Warwick

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Professor Jon Mee discusses commercialism, comedy and death with Professor Robert Patten 13:01

12+ y ago13:01

13:01

Professor Jon Mee discusses commercialism, comedy and death with Professor Robert Patten at the Charles Dickens Museum, London, where he is the current Scholar in Residence.By University of Warwick

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Prof Jon Mee and PhD student Gabrielle Mearns discuss Dickens and Philanthropy 5:52

12+ y ago5:52

5:52

Prof Jon Mee and PhD student Gabrielle Mearns discuss Dickens and Philanthropy in Bleeding Heart Yard, London, a location synonymous with the novel Little Dorrit.By University of Warwick

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Gabrielle Mearns reads an extract from Little Dorrit 2:31

12+ y ago2:31

2:31

Warwick PhD student Gabrielle Mearns reads an extract from Dickens' 1857 novel 'Little Dorrit'.By University of Warwick

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Charles Dickens' Great-Great-Great-Granddaughter Lucinda Hawksley reads the Preface to the novel Little Dorrit. 2:49

12+ y ago2:49

2:49

Charles Dickens' Great-Great-Great-Granddaughter Lucinda Hawksley reads the Preface to the novel Little Dorrit.By University of Warwick

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Dr Pablo Mukherjee reads an extract from Sketches by Boz 8:36

12+ y ago8:36

8:36

Dr Pablo Mukherjee from the Department of English and Comparative Literary Studies reads an extract from Charles Dickens' Sketches by Boz.By University of Warwick

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Prof Jon Mee and Dr Pablo Mukherjee discuss crime and policing within Dickens' novels. 8:36

12+ y ago8:36

8:36

Prof Jon Mee talks to Dr Pablo Mukherjee from the Dept of English and Comparative Literary Studies, about crime and policing in Dickens' novels. They meet in Covent Garden at Seven Dials, an area that greatly influenced the Victorian novelist.By University of Warwick

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Professor Jon Mee meets Dickens' Great-Great-Great Granddaughter Lucinda Hawksley to discuss the man behind the novels. 19:56

12+ y ago19:56

19:56

Prof Jon Mee talks to author and Charles Dickens' Great-Great-Great Granddaughter Lucinda Hawksley about Dickens' early life and the effect it had on his own writing, plus his family life and lasting legacy.By University of Warwick

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Prof Gary Watt reads and extract from Sketches by Boz 2:27

12+ y ago2:27

2:27

Prof Gary Watt from the School of Law reads an extract from Dickens' 1836 novel 'Sketches by Boz'.By University of Warwick

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Prof Jon Mee discusses with Prof Gary Watt Dickens' knowledge and use of the law in his novels. 11:09

12+ y ago11:09

11:09

Prof Jon Mee talks to Prof Gary Watt, from the School of Law about Dickens and how his experiences of Victorian law and order influenced his novels.By University of Warwick

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Professor Jon mee discusses Charles Dickens' Our Mutual Friend 9:09

12+ y ago9:09

9:09

In this podcast, Professor Jon Mee is joined by three of his MA students, Harriet Kilikita, Rebecca Lea and Naomi Hammond, to discuss Our Mutual FriendBy University of Warwick

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Professor Jon Mee discusses Charles Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities 13:59

12+ y ago13:59

13:59

In this podcast, Professor Jon Mee is joined by three of his MA students to discuss A Tale of Two Cities.By University of Warwick

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Professor Jon Mee discusses Oliver Twist 7:21

12+ y ago7:21

7:21

In this podcast, Professor Jon Mee is joined by three of his MA students to discuss Oliver Twist.By University of Warwick

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Professor Rebecca Probert discusses Dickens' possible inspiration for Oliver Twist characters Bill Sykes and Nancy 11:27

12+ y ago11:27

11:27

In this podcast, Professor Rebecca Probert examines a real-life 19th century couple whose tragic tale could have been taken straight out of Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist.By University of Warwick

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Dr Charlotte Mathieson discusses 'travel' In Bleak House 8:23

12+ y ago8:23

8:23

Dr. Charlotte Mathieson, an Associate Fellow in the Department of English and Comparative Literary Studies, speaks with Penelope Jenkins about travel in Bleak House.By University of Warwick