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I Will Never Get Tired of Baz Luhrmann’s ROMEO + JULIET

Baz Luhrmann's ROMEO + JULIET is one of the best adaptations ever made. I will not be taking questions at this time.

Why Shakespeare Isn’t Fancy

One reader explains why Shakespeare isn't fancy, and how a contextual understanding of his work proves that point.

Quiz: Which Shakespeare Character Are You?

Are you more of a Hamlet or Macbeth? A Romeo or a Juliet? Take this Shakespeare Character Quiz and find out!

Should We Still Study Shakespeare?

Should we still study Shakespeare? There isn’t a simple answer, but I think we should.

8 of the Best Hamlet Movie Adaptations, Ranked

Hamlet has been adapted into movies over 50 times. So, which are the best Hamlet movie adaptations? We rank 'em!

How Many Words Did Shakespeare Invent?

It's in the hundreds. Find out how many words and phrases Shakespeare invented, along with a breakdown of how words are "invented."

10 Tudor Fiction Titles to Step Up Your Historical Fiction

The Tudor Dynasty lives on in these outstanding historical fiction novels, including The King's Witch.

The Best Modern Shakespeare Adaptations

There are so many good Shakespeare adaptations and retellings. Here are 12 of the best, adapted from 12 of his most famous plays.

Who Was Shakespeare? An Investigation Into the Authorship of His Plays

Who was Shakespeare? Some people don't believe William Shakespeare wrote his plays. One reader investigates the leading theories.

Shakespeare Retold Through Ballet

For the past 250 years, Shakespeare has served as inspiration for various types of dance. Get to know the ballet adaptations of Shakespeare.