SHAKESPEARE

Coordinators: Roy Clary, Jim Brook, Ellie Schaffer

The class will read aloud and discuss the Taming of the Shrew. Despite the fact that attitudes toward women and gender roles have changed considerably since the play was written in the early-1590s, it remains one of the author’s most popular comedies.

A key reason for its continuing popularity is the relationship between Petruchio and Katherina. The play asks if they are engaged in a never-ending battle of the sexes, or will they find mutual respect and love for each other?

The Folger Library Edition is the preferred text.

A WEEK / WEDNESDAY / 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Shakespeare, Spring 2023
Date	Presenter	Title
Feb 08	Roy Clary	Introduction to Taming of the Shrew
Feb 22	Roy Clary	Act I
Mar 08	Roy Clary	Act II
Mar 22	Roy Clary	Act III
Apr 12	Roy Clary	Act IV
Apr 26	Roy Clary	Act V
May 10	Roy Clary	Discussion

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CLASSIC MOVIES
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