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Shakespeare's works often explore themes such as love, jealousy, ambition, power, and the human condition.[([[https://www.oxfordhomeschooling.co.uk/english-2/why-shakespeare-is-still-relevant-over-400-years-since-his-death/|oxfordhomeschooling]])] | Shakespeare's works often explore themes such as love, jealousy, ambition, power, and the human condition.[([[https://www.oxfordhomeschooling.co.uk/english-2/why-shakespeare-is-still-relevant-over-400-years-since-his-death/|oxfordhomeschooling]])] |
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| ===== Iambic Pentameter ===== |
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| He frequently used iambic pentameter in his writing, a poetic meter consisting of ten syllables per line with alternating stresses.[([[https://www.thoughtco.com/iambic-pentameter-examples-2985081|thoughtco]])] |
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| ===== Rich And Memorable Characters ===== |
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| Shakespeare's works are known for their rich and memorable characters, including Hamlet, Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, Juliet, and Romeo.[([[https://dcc.newberry.org/?p=15987|newberry]])] |
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| ===== To Be Or Not To Be ===== |
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| His play "Hamlet" contains the famous soliloquy that begins with the words "To be or not to be."[([[https://blog.prepscholar.com/to-be-or-not-to-be-soliloquy|prepscholar]])] |
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| ===== Plays Performed At Globe Theatre ===== |
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| Shakespeare's plays were performed at the Globe Theatre in London, which he was part-owner of.[([[https://www.shakespearesglobe.com/discover/about-us/globe-theatre/|shakespearesglobe]])] |
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| ===== Globe Theatre ===== |
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| The Globe Theatre was open-air, and audiences could number in the thousands. It was rebuilt in 1997 and is still used for performances today.[([[https://www.britannica.com/topic/Globe-Theatre|britannica]])] |
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| ===== Pamphlets Quartos ===== |
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| Shakespeare's plays were not originally published as books but as cheap pamphlets called "quartos."[([[https://www.britannica.com/topic/Globe-Theatre|britannica]])] |
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| ===== Globe Theatre Burned ===== |
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| The original Globe Theatre burned down in 1613 during a performance of "Henry VIII" when a cannon misfired.[([[https://www.historyextra.com/period/elizabethan/globe-theatre-fire-london-shakespeare-william-facts/|historyextra]])] |
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| ===== Elizabethan Stage Convention ===== |
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| Shakespeare often used the Elizabethan stage convention of having all male actors, including those playing female roles.[([[https://www.writerstheatre.org/blog/gender-shakespeares-stage-history/|writerstheatre]])] |
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| ===== John Fletcher ===== |
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| He was known to collaborate with other playwrights on occasion, such as John Fletcher.[([[https://www.jstor.org/stable/985840|jstor]])] |
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| ===== Adaptations ===== |
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| Shakespeare's works have been adapted into countless films, operas, ballets, and other art forms.[([[https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/cambridge-guide-to-the-worlds-of-shakespeare/shakespeare-and-the-performing-arts/FF0D288FA65E753C1D82CD798EECFF1D|cambridge]])] |
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| ===== Inspired By Classical Authors ===== |
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| He was likely inspired by the works of classical authors like Ovid, Plutarch, and Seneca.[([[https://qz.com/668693/400-years-after-his-death-here-are-the-books-that-likely-influenced-shakespeare|qz]])] |
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| ===== Writing Style ===== |
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| Shakespeare's writing style evolved over time, with his earlier works being more poetic and his later works more focused on character development.[([[https://www.freelancewriting.com/creative-writing/the-writing-style-of-william-shakespeare/|freelancewriting]])] |
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| ===== Bard ===== |
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| He is sometimes referred to as the "Bard of Avon" or simply "The Bard."[([[https://www.coreknowledge.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/CKHG-G5-U4-Excerpts-2.pdf|coreknowledge]])] |
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| ===== Conspiracy Theories ===== |
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| Shakespeare's popularity has led to numerous conspiracy theories about the true authorship of his works, with some suggesting that he did not write them himself.[([[https://web.cn.edu/kwheeler/shake_did_write_plays.html|cn]])] |
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| ===== Most Quoted Writer ===== |
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| He is one of the most quoted writers in the English language.[([[https://www.funtrivia.com/askft/Question41780.html|funtrivia]])] |
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| ===== Shakespearean Insult Kit ===== |
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| The "Shakespearean Insult Kit" allows people to create creative insults using Shakespearean language.[([[https://anglotopia.net/anglophilia/friday-fun-shakespearean-insult-kit/|anglotopia]])] |
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| ===== Theories About Appearance ===== |
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| There are several theories about the appearance of Shakespeare, but no verified portraits exist from his lifetime.[([[https://www.cnn.com/2015/05/20/living/feat-william-shakespeare-new-picture-country-life/index.html|cnn]])] |
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| ===== Impact On English Language ===== |
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| Shakespeare's impact on the English language is so significant that his works are often used to study the evolution of the language over time.[([[https://www.daytranslations.com/blog/shakespeare-influence-english/|daytranslations]])] |
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| ===== Birthday Celebrations ===== |
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| The annual Shakespeare's Birthday Celebrations in Stratford-upon-Avon are held on or near April 23 to honor his legacy.[([[https://www.stratford.gov.uk/news/press.cfm/archive/1/item/137774|stratford]])] |
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| ===== Various Time Periods And Locations ===== |
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| Shakespeare's plays have been set in various time periods and locations, showcasing their adaptability and enduring relevance.[([[https://blogs.bl.uk/english-and-drama/shakespeare/page/2/|bl]])] |
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| ===== Inspiration For Numerous Adaptations ===== |
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| His work has inspired numerous adaptations, including modern retellings of his plays in diverse settings, such as high schools, gang warfare, and even outer space.[([[https://www.hartfordstage.org/stagenotes/hamlet/pop-culture|hartfordstage]])] |
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| ===== Shakespearean Globe Centre New Zealand ===== |
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| The Shakespearean Globe Centre New Zealand annually hosts the University of Otago Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival, a nationwide student drama festival dedicated to Shakespeare.[([[https://www.otago.ac.nz/humanities/about/otago077780.html|otago]])] |
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| ===== Influence On Other Forms Of Media ===== |
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| Shakespeare's influence extends to other forms of media, with numerous video games, novels, and TV series drawing inspiration from his works.[([[https://kinnu.xyz/kinnuverse/culture/shakespeare/shakespeare-in-the-popular-imagination/|kinnu]])] |
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| ===== Impact On Literature And Theater ===== |
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| His impact on the world of literature and theater is immeasurable, and his legacy continues to thrive in the 21st century.[([[https://famousnarratives.com/william-shakespeare/|famousnarratives]])] |
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| ===== Shakespearean Sonnet ===== |
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| The Shakespearean sonnet, a 14-line poem with a specific rhyme scheme and meter, remains a popular poetic form.[([[https://www.bl.uk/works/shakespeares-sonnets|bl]])] |
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| ===== Captivating ===== |
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| Despite the passage of centuries, Shakespeare's works continue to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide, making him one of the most enduring figures in literary history.[([[https://www.arabworldbooks.com/en/e-zine/why-is-william-shakespeare-considered-the-worlds-favorite-writer|arabworldbooks]])] |
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