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About the Center
The UCI New Swan Shakespeare Center
WHY SHAKESPEARE?
The name “Shakespeare” is practically synonymous with English literature, world literature and the art of theater. Balancing mythic archetypes with historical realism, political commentary and psychological insight, his works continue to speak across centuries and in multiple settings and media, thanks to the co-creative energy of directors, actors, designers, scholars, editors, translators, teachers, students, readers and audiences. Shakespeare’s plays are works of dramatic . . .
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New Swan's 2023 production of Julius Caesar takes place in Rome, but with modern gender dynamics. Women play Caesar, Antony, and Cassius, and the togas are…
In a rehearsal, the actors, director, and stage managers slowly work through each moment of the play, taking the space, context and characters' emotions into…
While Shakespeare plays are fun to watch, modern viewers often struggle to follow the language. It's easier to understand the characters and cadence when you read…
Contact New Swan Shakespeare Center
1st Floor Humanities Gateway
Irvine, CA 92697