This page provides space for my current English Language and Literature students (and anybody else who might want to join in) to discuss their studies of Shakespeare. Think of it as an online Student-Led Seminar 🙂
Welcome to this online Shakespeare Discussion Corner! 🎭
Hello, fellow Shakespeare enthusiasts! 🌟 Whether you’re diving into the enchanting world of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, where love and magic intertwine to comedic effect, or exploring the mysterious island of The Tempest, filled with sorcery and adventure, or experiencing the tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet, you’ve landed in the right place to chat all things Shakespeare!
So, who was this guy, Shakespeare, anyway? Well, he was a playwright, poet, and all-around genius writing from the late 1500s to early 1600s. Imagine a time without Bilibili or TikTok—Shakespeare was the original entertainer, captivating audiences with his incredible stories, unforgettable characters, and some of the most beautiful language ever written. From love and betrayal to ambition and revenge, he covered it all!
This space is all about sharing your thoughts, ideas, and questions about the plays you’re studying. Feel free to jump in, share your favorite quotes, discuss characters, or even compare notes with friends studying different plays. Let’s make this a fun and lively spot to explore the magic of Shakespeare together!
What should I write about? Read other students' comments and respond to them, or CLICK HERE for a list of prompts to help the discussion get started.
Themes: What are the central themes of your play? How do these themes resonate with the themes in other plays being studied? Can you find any common threads?
Historical Context: How does the historical context of your play influence its themes and characters? Can you find parallels in the other plays being studied?
Modern Connections: How do the themes or characters in your play relate to modern society? Can you draw any connections to current events or issues?
Artistic Expression: Create a piece of art (drawing, poem, etc.) inspired by the play you are studying. Share it and explain how it connects to the themes or characters.
Conflicts and Resolutions: What is the main conflict in the play you are studying? How is it resolved, and what does that resolution say about the characters involved? How does this compare to conflicts in other plays?
Symbolism: Identify a symbol in the play you are studying. What does it represent, and how does it enhance the story? Are there similar symbols in the other plays being studied?
Adaptations: Have you seen any adaptations of your play (films, modern retellings, etc.)? Did you enjoy it? How do they differ from the original text? What do you think about those changes?
Favorite Quotes: Share your favorite quote from the play you are studying and explain why it resonates with you. Invite others to share their favorite quotes and discuss their significance.
Language and Style: Discuss a particular passage or soliloquy you have studied. What do you think Shakespeare is trying to convey through his language? How does the language differ between the plays you are studying?
So grab your quills (or keyboards) and let’s get chatting! 🎉
Leave comments and reply to other students using the discussion area below…
Hi! I’m Dr Terrett and am leaving this message so you know what I look like in my teacher role on this platform. I’m looking forward to seeing your discussion develop here and I will join in too.
Now we’ve really started to get into Shakespeare, I’m expecting to see a flurry of activity here over the weekend 🙂
In the meantime, you can see my preparation for the Shakespeare drawing competition here: https://mushroom-scholars.org/drawing-shakespeare/
I’d better start thinking about the winner should win – a Neapolitan pizza?
I have to share this. My daughter found it in the supermarket yesterday.
A Shakespeare discussion question has been shared here: https://mushroom-scholars.org/some-people-believe-that-shakespeare-is-more-of-a-playwright-others-believe-that-he-is-more-of-a-poet-which-opinion-do-you-support/
Here’s a challenge for the artists among you: Who can draw the best Shakespeare?
Here’s a quick sketch I did in class today:
I think I might follow this up with a painting celebrating the plays we are reading in this unit.
I’ve started my artwork based on Shakespeare and will share my progress here: https://mushroom-scholars.org/drawing-shakespeare/
A few notes from G8:
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Hi, found a link https://www.britannica.com/biography/William-Shakespeare
Useful, thanks Wimpycat1!
Hi! I’m Dr Terrett and am leaving this message so you know what I look like in my teacher role on this platform. I’m looking forward to seeing your discussion develop here and I will join in too.
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