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  Special Features for Julius Caesar
Who's Auditioning at Shakey's?
Shakespeare is holding 'auditions' at Shakey's place! Ever want to be a part of something BIG? There ain't no business like showbusiness! Stop by and sign up, and see a randomly displayed audition sheet! A fun little number we created just for you!

Shakey's Bulletin Board
Visit the bulletin board for the latest updates and information about Julius Caesar. Submit a question or save someone's grade with YOUR expertise!

The Quiz
Do you think you know the story? Are you an 'expert' or just WANT to be? Test your wits on our quiz and compare your scores to other 'quizzers!'

The Study Questions
A list of some of the most thought provoking questions we could find. Take a minute to look at them, you may be surprised at what you already know about the play, or find out something new!

Help Mark Antony! - MadLib
As Mark Antony begins his eulogy speech to the masses, he freezes up! Prompt him some words of your own. Now is your chance to make the speech... hehe... BETTER!

The Soothsayer Speaks
After Caesar was assasinated, the Soothsayer who warned him about the Ides of March disappeared mysteriously. That's right, the Soothsayer is here, and ready to give you some words of wisdom!

Bartlett's Quotes of Julius Caesar
Yet another great feature of the MIT website. This page holds some of the best quotes and citations from Bartlett's Quotations from the pages of Julius Caesar.

"Speak the Speech, I pray you!" - Shakespearean-ese
Learn to Speak like Shakespeare! This website can teach you the finer points of English dialogue, and show you some of their applications. Impress someone with your 'Shakespearean' tongue!

The Penguin Classic Synopsis
The publishers of many classic books and plays have developed a website containing summaries and study guides. This link will take you to some of the best study questions on Julius Caesar on the Internet.

Production Notes
This site holds production notes and photos on most of Shakespeare's works. An excellent site for a theatre buff.

Scholarly Criticism of Caesar - Peter J. Leithart
Peter J. Leithart provides a scholarly approach to understanding Caesar, his times, and the play. Another excellent source of information for a term paper or further understanding.



Special Features for Romeo and Juliet
Help Juliet's Nurse! - MadLib
When Juliet fakes her suicide, her nurse is speechless! Help her find words to express her feelings! Now is you chance to make her speech... he,he... BETTER!

 
Who's Auditioning at Shakey's?
Shakespeare is holding 'auditions' at Shakey's place! Ever want to be a part of something BIG? There ain't no business like showbusiness! Stop by and sign up, and see a randomly displayed audition sheet! A fun little number we created just for you!

Shakey's Bulletin Board
Visit the bulletin board for the latest updates and information about Romeo and Juliet. Submit a question or save someone's grade with YOUR expertise!

The Quiz
Do you think you know the story? Are you an 'expert' or just WANT to be? Test your wits on our quiz and compare your scores to other 'quizzers!'

The Study Questions
A list of some of the most thought provoking questions we could find. Take a minute to look at them, you may be surprised at what you already know about the play, or find out something new!

Production Notes
This site holds production notes and photos on most of Shakespeare's works. An excellent site for a theatre buff.

"Speak the Speech, I pray you!" - Shakespearean-ese
Learn to Speak like Shakespeare! This website can teach you the finer points of English dialogue, and show you some of their applications. Impress someone with your 'Shakespearean' tongue!

Bartlett's Quotes of Romeo and Juliet
Yet another great feature of the MIT website. This page holds some of the best quotes and citations from Bartlett's Quotations from the pages of Hamlet.

The Juliet Club
A great place to hang out and have fun. A person could spend hours here! A great novelty and concept.

The Movie
The homepage for the blockbuster romance movie version of Romeo and Juliet. This movie was another example of how Shakespeare's work can be transferred to another time, place and setting. This movie brought a lot of viewers, regardless of what many people say about the decreasing number of Shakespeare fans.

Illinois Shakespeare Festival - Critique
This is a critique of the recent ISF prodution; it outlines the importance and characterization of each character. A nice addition to a character summary.


Special Features for Macbeth
Who's Auditioning at Shakey's?
Shakespeare is holding 'auditions' at Shakey's place! Ever want to be a part of something BIG? There ain't no business like showbusiness! Stop by and sign up, and see a randomly displayed audition sheet! A fun little number we created just for you!

Shakey's Bulletin Board
Visit the bulletin board for the latest updates and information about Macbeth. Submit a question or save someone's grade with YOUR expertise!

The Quiz
Do you think you know the story? Are you an 'expert' or just WANT to be? Test your wits on our quiz and compare your scores to other 'quizzers!'

The Study Questions
A list of some of the most thought provoking questions we could find. Take a minute to look at them, you may be surprised at what you already know about the play, or find out something new!

Production Notes
This site holds production notes and photos on most of Shakespeare's works. An excellent site for a theatre buff.

"Speak the Speech, I pray you!" - Shakespearean-ese
Learn to Speak like Shakespeare! This website can teach you the finer points of English dialogue, and show you some of their applications. Impress someone with your 'Shakespearean' tongue!

Bartlett's Quotes of Macbeth
Yet another great feature of the MIT website. This page holds some of the best quotes and citations from Bartlett's Quotations from the pages of Shakespeare's 'cursed' play!

University of Wisconsin-Platteville - Stage History
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville recently performed Macbeth and put together a stage history on the 'accursed' play. Definately worth checking out.

University of Wisconsin-Platteville - Perspectives on Macbeth
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville also put together a trove of quotes form famous authors and critics on the Bard's murder drama. This is helpful for any term-paper references that are being sought out.

The Macbeth Spoof
A fun essay poking fun at Macbeth. Written by Jon Sandys, movie critic and all around nice guy.

A taste of the familiar - A TQ '96 site
This Macbeth site placed 5th place in last year's ThinkQuest Competition. A very informative and deserving site.

Macbeth - a graduate addition
This graduate student wrote an additional scene to Macbeth. It offers a fresh, bold look at Shakespeare's writing style and possibilites.



Special Features for Othello
Who's Auditioning at Shakey's?
Shakespeare is holding 'auditions' at Shakey's place! Ever want to be a part of something BIG? There ain't no business like showbusiness! Stop by and sign up, and see a randomly displayed audition sheet! A fun little number we created just for you!

Shakey's Bulletin Board
Visit the bulletin board for the latest updates and information about Othello. Submit a question or save someone's grade with YOUR expertise!

The Quiz
Do you think you know the story? Are you an 'expert' or just WANT to be? Test your wits on our quiz and compare your scores to other 'quizzers!'

The Study Questions
A list of some of the most thought provoking questions we could find. Take a minute to look at them, you may be surprised at what you already know about the play, or find out something new!

"Speak the Speech, I pray you!" - Shakespearean-ese
Learn to Speak like Shakespeare! This website can teach you the finer points of English dialogue, and show you some of their applications. Impress someone with your 'Shakespearean' tongue!

Bartlett's Quotes of Othello
Yet another great feature of the MIT website. This page holds some of the best quotes and citations from Bartlett's Quotations from the pages of Othello.

Othello - The Movie
The homepage for the recent Othello producation starring Lawrence Fishbourne, an excellent movie that is only matched by its homepage. If you do anything, you will have to see this!



Images for Hamlet
Who's Auditioning at Shakey's?
Shakespeare is holding 'auditions' at Shakey's place! Ever want to be a part of something BIG? There ain't no business like showbusiness! Stop by and sign up, and see a randomly displayed audition sheet! A fun little number we created just for you!

Shakey's Bulletin Board
Visit the bulletin board for the latest updates and information about Hamlet. Submit a question or save someone's grade with YOUR expertise!

Hamlet's sick! - Mad-lib
Hamlet is being performed tonight, but the lead is sick! You will have to fill in for him! Now is your chance to make the soliloquiy... hehe... BETTER!

The Quiz
Do you think you know the story? Are you an 'expert' or just WANT to be? Test your wits on our quiz and compare your scores to other 'quizzers!'

The Study Questions
A list of some of the most thought provoking questions we could find. Take a minute to look at them, you may be surprised at what you already know about the play, or find out something new!

Bartlett's Quotes of Hamlet
Yet another great feature of the MIT website. This page holds some of the best quotes and citations from Bartlett's Quotations from the pages of Hamlet.
 
Production Notes
This site holds production notes and photos on most of Shakespeare's works. An excellent site for a theatre buff.

"Speak the Speech, I pray you!" - Shakespearean-ese
Learn to Speak like Shakespeare! This website can teach you the finer points of English dialogue, and show you some of their applications. Impress someone with your 'Shakespearean' tongue!

Monster-piece Theatre with Alastaire Cookie
Ever watch Sesame Street? This spin-off of Hamlet was aired on 'Monster-piece' theatre. The grammer isn't correct, but, hey, it's Cookie Monster! We can still remember this sketch... :-)

Illinois Shakespeare Festval
The Illinois Shakespeare Festival's research information on Hamlet. A good source for understanding or a paper.

Illinois Shakespeare Festival - Rosencrantz and Guildenstern
The ISF reviews Tom Stoppard's Comedy "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead." A great play, and an awesome source page!

Hamlet the Movie - Branaugh
The homepage for the new Kenneth Branaugh version of Hamlet. A rich and fantastic site... but not for the slow bandwidths.

Movie Game
A confusing, but nonetheless awesome, game using hidden pictures. A must see if you have the time.
 
Study Guide
A fantastic study guide that every aspiring student hould have!

Was Hamlet Mad?
This essay discusses the often debated topic of Hamlet's sanity after he learns of his father's murder. A thought provoker.

Hamlet's Crawl
A rare occurance from Shakespeare Illustrated, but a well thought out one! This essay discusses Hamlet's role in the Play 'Hamlet;' a must see!

Gertrude's Guilt
Another rare, but fantastic, essay detailing the cause, effects, and effects on the plot of Gertrude's guilt.



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