Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar star in the revival of Cole Porter's musical "Kiss Me, Kate" at the Barbican.

"Second Chances: Shakespeare & Freud" by Stephen Greenblatt and Adam Phillips delves into the theme of second chances in life through the lens of literature and psychoanalysis.

Director Jamie Lloyd brings a modern and physically powerful interpretation to Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" at the Duke of Yorks Theatre.

Christopher Wheeldon's modern interpretation of Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" returns to the Royal Opera House a decade after its debut, offering a fresh take on this less familiar play through enchanting choreography.

Tracy-Ann Oberman's production of "The Merchant of Venice 1936" brings a modern twist to Shakespeare's play, focusing on Shylock as a female character dealing with discrimination amid rising British fascism in the 1930s.

The author describes reading "The Merchant of Venice" as a response to feeling a vague pressure to say something about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The protagonist of the excerpt, a lover of literature, reflects on their devotion to books and their avoidance of anything that is not literature since the death of their father.

James Shapiro, a Jewish scholar and Shakespeare expert, is currently consulting on the Shakespeare in the Park production of Hamlet.

Joel Coen's adaptation of Macbeth is described as a departure from the Coen brothers' previous films, exhibiting a serious and dark tone.

Amid the COVID-19 disruptions, the relevance of Shakespeare's works during times of crisis has been noted, with themes of pestilence and productivity resonating.

Shakespeare's character Shylock in "The Merchant of Venice" has sparked scholarly debate about his identity and symbolism.

Veteran journalist Donald Macintyre's book "Gaza: Preparing for Dawn" sheds light on Gaza beyond its humanitarian crisis, showcasing its resilient residents who maintain their pride despite adversity.

The article discusses the parallels between Shakespeare's play "King Lear" and the biblical story of the binding of Isaac.