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After 41 years, Louisville’s youth theater stages all 38 plays by Shakespeare
The Commonwealth Theatre Center recently finished producing all of Shakespeare’s plays over the course of four decades. Read about the benefits of working on a Shakespeare production as a child or teenager.
About the Author: Kao Kalia Yang
What are the hopes and fears someone has when she writes a book about her culture and family? In this interview, the author of The Latehomecomer discusses this question and more.
On the Bard’s birthday, is Shakespeare still relevant?
How can Shakespeare still be relevant in the age of the smartphone? Alexandra Petri takes a light-hearted view in this opinion piece.
Syrians Speak Out Through Their Art
Civil war has torn the country of Syria apart for years. As the government and opposition forces fight, many civilians have been caught in the middle. Some artists are using their work to tell the world about the experiences of ordinary Syrians in this conflict.
Juneteenth: A New Birth of Freedom
Have you ever heard of Juneteenth? On June 19, 1865, almost two and a half years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, word finally reached Texas that the Civil War was over and that any slaves were free. Learn more about this celebration of freedom.
A Legacy of Horror Films
In this online exhibition, the Academy of Motion Pictures celebrates the genre of horror films. Explore interviews with famous directors and images from classic horror films.
Letters Of Heartbreak Find Some Love In Verona, Italy
For years, heartbroken people have been sending letters to the city of Verona addressed to Juliet. In the 1990s, the city of Verona created the Juliet Club to deal with all the letters. Read the article, and then listen to the full story.
‘In stressed times, we can take comfort in wildlife’: why nature-writing is ‘exploding’
Journalist Alison Flood investigates the increase of nature writing and reading in times of transition.
This is what protest sounds like
Read the descriptions and listen to the clips of protest songs from American history.
‘Emancipating Lincoln’: A Pragmatic Proclamation
Read or listen to this account of Abraham Lincoln’s mindset leading up to the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. View the artwork depicting the event at the bottom of article.
Fiction Podcasts Are Finally a Thing! Thank You, Sci-Fi and Horror
Read this article to find out how science fiction and horror stories have helped make fiction podcasts more popular.
Review: Mesmerizing Journey Weaves a Wordless Game Story
What’s one way a teenager can go on a quest and still make it to school on time? By playing a video game, of course.
Real Landscapes of the Great Flood Myths
A geologist explores the intersection between his own field and myths around the world.
Robert Frost’s Commonly Misinterpreted “The Road Not Taken”
Give a popular poem a more careful reading and learn about the decision it may have driven Frost’s good friend to make.
Writing the future: A timeline of science fiction literature
Check out this interactive timeline of science fiction literature, from Jonathan Swift and Mary Shelley to Douglas Adams and Octavia Butler.
Saying yes to the world: Writer Anthony Doerr in Houston
English professor Doni Wilson reflects on a literary event in which author Anthony Doerr read from his short story “The Deep” and discussed his passion for life and the natural world.
William Carlos Williams
Read this biography of poet William Carlos Williams. Click “read this poet’s poems” to explore his work.
George Washington’s letter to Jewish community becomes musical call to action
An historic letter written by George Washington is the inspiration for a cantata recently performed at a Jewish congregation in Philadelphia. Read why the creators of the musical piece found the document to still be relevant and important.
Celebrate Our Mother Tongues
Educator and former U.S. Foreign Service officer Chris Livaccari discusses how Amy Tan’s “Mother Tongue” inspired him to examine his own family’s use of language.