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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

In today's new episode hear @kaydaly.bsky.social and I discuss 'The Alchemist' as a plague play & how it reflected on Jonson's own experiences & at characters like the surprisingly important Able Drugger. #theatre #benjonson #thealchemist #podcast #theatrehistory podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

As plague closed the theatres in 1610 Ben Jonson was brave enough to write a comedy about what those who were left in the city did while their masters fled & produced perhaps his best comedy. #theatre #theatrehistory #thealcehemist #benjonson podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

What remains of Shakespeare is every word of play has been changed. Hear Daniel Hahn and I discuss the art of translating Shakespeare in today's new podcast episode. #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast #Shakespeare podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Some critics see Cymbeline, Shakespeare's attempt at tragicomedy, as the failure of an ageing playwright, but is that being too harsh? Come & explore the play with me in todays new podcast episode #Shakespeare #theatrehistory #Cymbeline #podcast podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Shakespeare's observations of death have long been admired. In today's podcast episode @rotwangsrobot.bsky.social and I discuss death in the plays and wonder just how effective is poison in the ear? #theatre #shakespeare #theatrehistory #podcast podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Coriolanus is a unique tragic figure in the Shakespeare cannon. Hear all about the play and the way it has become a vehicle for political statements in today's new podcast episode #Shakespeare #Coriolanus #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast #theater

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

No new podcast episode today as I'm taking a late summer holiday. While in Bergen I came across this 'interesting' statue of Norwegian national treasure Henrik Ibsen, who was resident dramatist and theatre director there from 1851 to 1857 #theatre #TheatreHistory #henrikibsen #podcast #holiday

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Shakespeare's sex references go well beyond smutty jokes to keep the groundlings entertained. Hear author @marcberley.bsky.social and I discuss all things Shakespeare and sex on today's new podcast episode #theatre #shakespeare #sex #theatrehistory podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The question of how the early modern indoor theatres were lit remains a tricky one to answer. Nic Browlee and I do our best to unpick the issues and give some suggestions in today's podcast episode. #theatre #theatrehistory #Shakespeare #podcast

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

'Pericles', one of Shakespeare's least performed plays, comes under the spotlight in today's podcast episode. Much maligned or a bit of a misfire? and who was co-author George Wilkins? It's out now. #podcast #theatre #theatrehistory #pericles #Shakespeare podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

In part 2 of our conversation Paul Fried & I discuss Biblical allusion in the plot of Hamlet, reference to the 10 commandments & use of some specific bible stories by Shakespeare. #theatre #Shakespeare #theatrehistory #podcast #biblicalallusion podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

In today's new podcast episode Paul Fried and I discuss biblical allusion in Hamlet, looking at how Shakespeare's extensive knowledge of the Bishops Bible permeates the play. #podcast #Shakespeare #Biblicalallusion #theatre #theatrehistory

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

In the 2nd part of my look at 'Macbeth' I discuss the role of Lady Macbeth, The Porter and equivocation in what remains one of Shakespeare's most popular plays. It's out now. #theatre #podcast #theatrehistory #macbeth #ladymacbeth #equivocation #porter

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Macbeth is one of Shakespere's most performed plays. In today's new episode I look at its origins and the themes of ambition and guilt and, of course, those witches. #theatre #theatrehistory #Shakespeare #Macbeth #podcast

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Today's new podcast episode looks at Shakespeare's 'Antony and Cleopatra - political history play or love story? Out now on the podcast feed #theatre #shakespeare #theatrehistory #podcast #antonyandcleopatra podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

In the 2nd part of our conversation Kristen Mcdermott and I discuss the masques of blackness and gypsies as we look at the later development of this particularly Stuart form of royal theatre. #theatre #podcast #masque #theatrehistory podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/m...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

If you have ever wondered what a Court Masque was in the reign of James 1st join Kristen Mcdermott and I on today's new episode as we discuss the origins and flourishing of the art #theatre #podcast #masque #jonson podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

In this week's episode I complete my look at 'King Lear', arguably Shakespeare's greatest play, and what it might have meant to his contemporary audience in to London playhouse. #podcast #theatre #theatrehistory #KingLear

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

King Lear is, perhaps, Shakespeare's greatest play. In part 1 of my look at the play I try to answer why to has resonated so strongly down the centuries. #podcast #theatre #theatrehistory #Shakespeare #KingLear

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

In todays new podcast episode hear author Steve Sohmer and I discuss how a close reading of the plays might reveal details about Shakespeare's relationship with other dramatists of his time. Out now. #theatre #theatrehistory #Shakespeare #podcast

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

In today's podcast episode I tackle what is often considered Shakespeare's least popular play. Optimism is in short supply as Timon of Athens discovers that true friendship cannot be bought. #theatre #theatrehiatory #podcast #Shakespeare #timonofathens

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Hear all about Shakespeare's playful use of numbers and how maths was changing in the 16th century in today's new podcast episode with guest @robeastaway.bsky.social #theatre #podcast #maths #theatrehistory #shakespeare

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

To celebrate the publication of Vol 2 of the Collected Works of Thomas Kyd hear @freeburian.bsky.social and I discuss Kyd's work and influence on early modern theatre. Out now. #podcast #theatre #theatrehistory #thomaskyd

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

For much of its life 'All's Well That Ends Well' was more or less ignored as being too ambiguous. Although there is much to like in the play it can still be considered one of Shakespeare's more challenging. #podcast #theatre #theatrehistory #Shakespeare

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

In today's new episode hear Susan D Amussen discuss her new book from @manchesterup.bsky.social where through a vivid journey through early modern England she shows how Shakespeare became Shakespeare #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast #Shakespeare

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Today's new episode goes Eastward Ho! in the company of Jonson, Marston and Chettle for a city comedy that still raises a laugh but got the playwrights into a whole load of trouble. #podcast #theatre #theatrehistory #jonson

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Measure For Measure throws up a central question of consent. Hear my guest Roberta Barker discuss this and other matters raised in the play in the latest podcast episode. #theatre #podcast #theatrehistory #Shakespeare #measureformeasure

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

'Measure for Measure' offers no moral certainties as Shakespeare explores how legal codes & social norms could be tested in a tale of deceit & disguise. Not so much a 'problem' play but a very thoughtful one.Podcast episode out now! #Shakespeare #podcast #measureformeasure #theatre #theatrehistory

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

In part 2 of my look at 'Othello' the play moves relentlessly to its tragic conclusion and the characters of Othello and the doomed Desdemona are examined. Out now #theatre #podcast #Shakespeare #theatrehistory #Othello www.thehistoryofeuropeantheatre.com

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Shakespeare's 'Othello' is a play that has attracted admiration and criticism through the centuries. The structure, poetry and early performances are discussed in the first part of my look at the play. Out now. #theatre #theatrehistory #Shakespeare #Othello www.thehistoryofeuropeantheatre.com

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Why did Shakespeare write 'Troilus and Cressida'? On today's new episode returning guest Rachel Aanstad helps us to get to the bottom of that knotty question #theatre #theatrehistory #shakespeare #troilusandcressida #podcast

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

'Troilus and Cressida' has been an illusive play over the centuries and consigned by many as Shakespeare's most impenetrable play. I do my bit to bring some understanding to it in today's new podcast episode. #shakespeare #troilus #cressida #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Today's episode is a welcome return for @stephenunwin.bsky.social to the podcast where we discuss his new Arden Guide to Shakespeare and Brecht including how Brecht responded to and was shaped by Shakespeare. #theatre #Shakespeare #Brecht #theatrehistory #podcast

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Today's new podcast episode looks at 'Twelfth Night', a sparkling comedy where Shakespeare was playing to his comedic strengths, but it has not always has been as popular as it is today. Find it now on your podcast app. #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast #shakespeare #twelfthnight

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

What a year 2025 was for guests.Heartfelt thanks to each & every one of them for sharing their knowledge, passions, insights, & enthusiasm for theatre history @audioandrea.bsky.social @threeravenspod.bsky.social @wokestudies.bsky.social @simonsandys-winsch.bsky.social @drsheeha.bsky.social

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

The 'war of the theatres' reaches it's climax in Ben Jonson's 'Poetaster' as he satires Elizabethan playwrights in a play set in imperial Rome. Some analysis and explanations in today's new episode. #theatre #theatrehistory #benjonson #satire #podcast

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

In today's guest episode @simonsandys-winsch.bsky.social discusses life in Tudor England and it's no surprise that the theatres were busy - a bit of escapism was certainly needed! #theatre #theatrehistory #tudor #podcast

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

After a short break the podcast returns with a look at Ben Jonson's 'Cynthia's Revels', a play written for performance by the Children of the Choir, a troupe of boy players. It's a satiric Comedy but with some hard hitting political comments too. #theatre #benjonson #theatrehistory #satire #comedy

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

It as a real pleasure to chat about podcasting and theatre history with @rubyrutter.bsky.social and a privilege to be in such illustrious company in this series about history and entertainment. #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast #history #entertainment

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

New podcast episode out today concluding my look at Hamlet with further thoughts from @colindavid.bsky.social and a review of some historical critiques of the play. #hamlet #theatre #podcast #shakespeare #theatrehistory

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Today's episode features @colindavid.bsky.social discussing Hamlet and giving a detailed breakdown of two of the most famous speeches in the play. It's out no on your podcast feed and at www.thehistoryofeurpoeantheatre.com #Shakespeare #Hamlet #theatre #theatrehistory #shakespeareunbound

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

In part one of my look at 'Hamlet' the first half of this great play captures the imagination while delivering exposition, plot and character exposition within a great piece of theatre. How did Shakespeare do it? Out now on your podcast feed #podcast #Shakespeare #theatre #theatrehistory #Hamlet

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

On today's podcast it's a welcome return to @rickydukes.bsky.social of @lazarustheatre.bsky.social discussing Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, from politics to spirituality & thunder & lightening to using entrails on stage. #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast #shakespeare #juliuscaesar #lazarustheatre

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Today's podcast episode looks at Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar' - a play written very much with his times in mind but one that has remained relevant ever since. #theatre #podcast #theatrehistory #juliuscaesar #shakespeare

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Today's guest episode features @drsheeha.bsky.social discussing early modern social relationships and how they are represented in the drama of the time. Out now on the podcast feed.

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

'As You Like It'. just a pastoral comedy that we shouldn't take too seriously? Find out in today's new episode. #theatre #Shakespeare #podcast #theatrehistory #asyoulikeit #alltheworldsastage

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Today's podcast episode features @rickydukes.bsky.social of @lazarustheatre.bsky.social discussing Shakespeare's Henry V as we discuss the character of Henry & the challenges of producing the play for a mdern audience. Out now. #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast #shakespeare #henryv #lazarustheatre

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

In today's new episode hear Tim Fitzhigham discuss the life and influence of writer, comic actor, and colleague of Shakespeare, Robert Armin, the man who created some of the greatest Shakespearian comic roles. #theatre #theatrehistory #Shakespeare #RobertArmin #comedy

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The History of European Theatre Podcast @thoetp.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Hear all about the ladies who rescued Shakespeare and his reputation from the 18th Century adaptations as I discuss 'The Shakespeare Ladies Club' with authors Christine and Jonathan Hainsworth. #shakespeare #theatre #theatrehistory #podcast #shakeseareladiesclub

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