Intro to Shakespeare

Nothing says ‘It’s Showtime!’ like Shakespeare! Join us for this exciting presentation on the life and work of William Shakespeare, the greatest dramatist in the history of the English language. Peter Garino of the Shakespeare Project of Chicago will trace Shakespeare from his birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, to his sojourn to London and his eventual return to Stratford. Enjoy a bit of history and entertainment with excerpts from several of Shakespeare’s plays including “Hamlet,”“Richard II”, “The Merchant of Venice” and others. A great portrait of Shakespeare for newcomers and experienced alike.