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Henry V Trailer
by FolgerLibrary 2,478 views
Shakespeare's epic play, Henry V now playing at the Folger Theatre on Capitol Hill, through March 2013.
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Folger Theatre's 2011/12 Season
by FolgerLibrary 1,119 views
Folger Theatre's 2011/12 season features the mind games of Shakespeare's "Othello," the card games of Susanna Centlivre's "The Gaming Table," and the love games of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew." Ready To Play? Visit www.folger.edu/theatre for more information or to purchase tickets.
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3D Model of the Folger Elizabethan Theatre
by Gary Jackson 4,379 views
3D Modelling and animation project. The Elizabethan Theatre located inside the Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington, D.C.
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Macbeth, the "Supernatural Horror Thriller"
by FolgerLibrary 14,904 views
Experience a visionary, horrorshow production of William Shakespeares Macbeth through a filmed performance of Folger Theatres acclaimed 2008 production directed by Teller (of Penn & Teller) and Aaron Posner. The New York Times called the production a knockout, and The Wall Street Journal said, This riveting Macbeth ought to be seen by as many people as possible. The DVD includes behind-the-scenes interviews; special features on magic, stage combat, blood in Macbeth, and more; and supplemetal materials especially designed for teachers and students. Learn more at www.folger.edu/theatre
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1 Henry IV Insider's Guide
by FolgerLibrary 2,651 views
"1 Henry IV: Insider's Guide" offers a true insider's perspective on the play's plot and characters by cast and crew of Folger Theatre's production of the play. An excellent way to refresh your memory on "1 Henry IV" with action-packed footage and exclusive commentary! For more information, please visit www.folger.edu/theatre
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Folger Theatre: Cyrano Trailer
by FolgerLibrary 1,702 views
Experience the swashbuckling romance of 17th-century France in the timeless story of Cyrano. For more information, please visit www.folger.edu/cyrano.
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Comedy of Errors Trailer
by FolgerLibrary 3,647 views
Shakespeare's shortest play features shipwreck, separated twins, mistaken identities, and romantic confusion before ending happily for all! Learn more at www.folger.edu/comedy
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William Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors - in 30 Seconds
by FolgerLibrary 13,294 views
Need a quick overview of the plot points in this slapstick comedy by William Shakespeare? Cast and crew from Folger Theatre's The Comedy of Errors give you the story of the play with all its mistaken identities and confusion. The learn more, visit www.folger.edu/comedy
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Who is Will Sommers?
by FolgerLibrary 1,420 views
Robert Richmond, the director of Folger Theatre's production of Shakespeare's Henry VIII, talks about why he added the character of Will Sommers, Henry's court jester, to the play. For tickets and more information, visit www.folger.edu/henryviii
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Henry VIII Trailer
by FolgerLibrary 7,586 views
Just what is Shakespeare's final history play about? The director and cast of Folger Theatre's production of Henry VIII tackle the question. For tickets and more information, please visit www.folger.edu/henryviii
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Dressing A King
by FolgerLibrary 1,199 views
Go backstage with costume designer William Ivey Long as he creates a look for Ian Merrill Peakes as Henry VIII. For more information on Folger Theatre's production of Henry VIII, onstage from Oct 21 to Nov 21, 2010, please visit www.folger.edu/henryviii
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The Story of Henry VIII
by FolgerLibrary 2,698 views
Director Robert Richmond is joined by cast members Ian Merrill Peakes (King Henry), Karen Peakes (Anne Boleyn), Louis Butelli (Will Sommers), and Anthony Cochrane (Cardinal Wolsey) to tell the story of William Shakespeare's Henry VIII in about 30 seconds. The play is on stage at Folger Theatre Oct 12 to Nov 21, 2010. For more information, visit www.folger.edu/henryviii
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Folger Theatre: Backstage with Hero and Claudio
by FolgerLibrary 1,288 views
Beatrice and Benedick in Much Ado About Nothing are some of Shakespeare's most famous lovers. But what about the play's other couple? Roxi Victorian (Hero) and Alexis Camins (Claudio) share thoughts on their characters' own love story. To learn more about the play, please visit www.folger.edu/muchado.
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Macbeth, the "Supernatural Horror Thriller"
by FolgerLibrary 14,904 views
Experience a visionary, horrorshow production of William Shakespeares Macbeth through a filmed performance of Folger Theatres acclaimed 2008 production directed by Teller (of Penn & Teller) and Aaron Posner. The New York Times called the production a knockout, and The Wall Street Journal said, This riveting Macbeth ought to be seen by as many people as possible. The DVD includes behind-the-scenes interviews; special features on magic, stage combat, blood in Macbeth, and more; and supplemetal materials especially designed for teachers and students. Learn more at www.folger.edu/theatre
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Inside Arcadia: Director Interview
by FolgerLibrary 1,599 views
Director Aaron Posner and actress Holly Twyford (Hannah Jarvis) discuss the joys and complexities of Tom Stoppard's modern masterpiece Arcadia. Praised as "sexy time for your brain" by a local blogger, Arcadia is onstage at Folger Theatre May 5 - June 21, 2009. To learn more, please visit us at www.folger.edu/theatre.
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The Winter's Tale
by FolgerLibrary 2,417 views
Actors Daniel Stewart (Leontes) and Connan Morrissey (Hermione) give a behind-the-scenes take on the play, which explores the themes of love, forgiveness, and second chances. To learn more, please visit www.folger.edu/theatre
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The Conference of the Birds Trailer
by FolgerLibrary 1,790 views
Trailer for play, "The Conference of The Birds," playing at the Folger Theatre in Washington, D.C. from 10/23/12 - 11/25/12. Directed by Aaron Posner, original music by Tom Teasley.
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Tom Teasley on the Frame Drum
by FolgerLibrary 897 views
Award-winning composer/musician Tom Teasley performs and talks about the history of the frame drum in anticipation of the opening of the play THE CONFERENCE OF THE BIRDS, playing at Folger Theatre (10/23/12 - 11/25/12) in Washington, DC.
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The Cast Talks Conference of the Birds
by FolgerLibrary 3,240 views
Director Aaron Posner and select cast members of "The Conference of the Birds" speak about the play, based on the legendary 12th century Persian poem. "The Conference of the Birds" plays at the Folger Theatre in Washington, DC from 10/23/12 - 11/25/12. Music performed by Tom Teasley.
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The Taming of the Shrew trailer
by FolgerLibrary 2,038 views
Shakespeare's comedy The Taming of the Shrew pits the spirited Katherine against the fortune-seeking Petruchio in a quintessential battle of the sexes. On stage at Folger Theatre through June 10, 2012. Learn more and purchase tickets at http://www.folger.edu/shrew.
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The Story of The Taming of the Shrew
by FolgerLibrary 3,136 views
The director and cast of Folger Theatre's production of Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" tell the story of the play, which is on stage at Folger Theatre starting May 1, 2012 through mid-June, 2012. For more information, visit www.folger.edu/theatre.
Video features (in order of appearance): Cliff Eberhardt, Kate Eastwood Norris, Marcus Kyd, Thomas Keegan, Dave Gamble, Craig Wallace, Rex Daugherty, Sarah Mollo-Christensen, Danny Scheie, Aaron Posner, Holly Twyford, Cody Nickell, Edward Christian, James Gardiner, Katy Carkuff, and Sarah Marshall. -
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The story of The Gaming Table
by FolgerLibrary 2,787 views
The director and cast of Folger Theatre's production of Susanna Centlivre's effervescent 18th-century comedy The Gaming Table tell the story of the play, which is on stage at Folger Theatre January 24 - March 4, 2012. For more information, visit www.folger.edu/gamingtable.
Video features (in order of appearance): Emily Townley, Julie Jesneck, Tonya Beckman Ross, Katie deBuys, Emily Trask, Michael Glenn, Eleanor Holdridge, Marcus Kyd, Michael Milligan, Ashley Ivey, Darius Pierce, Robbie Gay, and Michael Willis. -
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The Story of Hamlet (in one minute)
by FolgerLibrary 4,896 views
Get the story of Hamlet from the cast and crew from Folger Theatre's production. With Joseph Haj, Graham Hamilton, Casey Dean Kaleba, and Lindsey Wochley.
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Folger Theatre: Hamlet Trailer
by FolgerLibrary 4,593 views
Something is rotten in Denmark, and Prince Hamlet must search for truth and justice...but who can he trust? Onstage at Folger Theatre, April 21 through June 6. Learn more at www.folger.edu/theater
