In which we dig into the insurrectionist theme in this play, especially Harry's place in the middle of the violence.

Henry IV, Part I: Act III

Shakespeare after an apocalypse! In this very special episode, Tim discusses Station 11 -- both Emily St. John Mande's book and the HBO adaptation, with special guest Josiah Martens.&nbsp;

Shakespeare After an Apocalypse

Join Tim and the gang (that is the official band name) as they answer your questions about Henry IV, Part I!

Henry IV, Part 1: Q&A

Join Tim, Heidi, and Brandon as they dig into the conclusion of this wonderful play!

Henry IV, Part I: Act V

It's time to discuss another crucial act four! In this episode we discuss the ways Shakespeare inverts expectations of Hal and Hotspur and how this act a bit different from most of Shakespeare plays, and yet is exactly what this play needs

Henry IV, Part 1: Act IV

In which we return our gaze back to the tavern, to the Hal and Falstaff and their various hijinks and the way Falstaff steals the show. Plus, Tim offers some background and some context.

Henry IV, Part 1: Act II

Henry IV, part I is one of Shakespeare's most underrated plays, one full of speech-making and fascinating characters, and historical complexity such that is ought to be more widely read. We'll explain why over the next six episodes.

Henry IV, Part I: Act I

In which we answer your questions about Shakespeare's complicated comedy!

The Taming of the Shrew: Q&A

Here we are, once again, at the end of a Shakespeare play. Its time to discuss the fall out, the ending, the lasting implications of the story -- and the play's significance in the Bard's canon.

The Taming of the Shrew: Act V

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The Play's the Thing is the ultimate podcast resource for lovers of Shakespeare. Dedicating six episodes to each play (one per act, plus a Q&amp;A episode), this podcast explores the themes, scenes, characters, and lines that make Shakespeare so memorable. In the end, we will cover every play The Bard wrote, thus permitting an ongoing contemplation and celebration of the most important writer of all time. Join us. The Play’s the Thing is presented by The CiRCE Podcast Network.

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