william shakespeare

The London Scene (00:00 - 01:15)

• Discussion of Shakespeare’s move from his hometown to London and his rise to fame as an actor and playwright.

Dramatic Roasts and Word Creation (01:15 - 02:30)

• Exploration of how Shakespeare used his plays to poke fun at people and his massive impact on the English language, including the invention of common phrases used today.

The Globe Theatre Experience (02:30 - 03:20)

• A look at the rowdy atmosphere of 17th-century theater where audiences threw food and interacted loudly with the performances.

The Famous Will (03:20 - 04:00)

• A final piece of trivia regarding Shakespeare's strange last will and testament and his enduring legacy of drama.