The Shakespeare Project

Welcome to my personal journey into the works of William Shakespeare. I’ve long been toying with the idea of taking the time to read each of Shakespeare’s plays, watch the available films, and immerse myself in one play each month. Instead of simply reading the plays helter-skelter, in one sitting when the mood strikes me, I wanted to take my time to think about each play, its relation to others, and explore what makes Shakespeare great and why his works are still so relevant 400 years after they were written.

So, I’ve set up this project, for the next 3 years, I will take on one play per month, beginning the month by reading it, and then spending a few hours a week reading about the play and exploring it. I’ll rent the available movies, listen to audio productions, and see what plays come into my region, and above all, I’ll take some time to think about and bounce around ideas about these plays that have become the very soul of the English language.

I welcome you to join me in my journey, pick up a complete works and read through the plays. Share your views, opinions, and questions, and together we’ll explore the life, the works, and the meanings of Shakespeare.