The best part about Stratford is all the history of Shakespeare. Every corner seems to be connected to him; his birthplace, his school, his grave, and even the house where Anne Hathaway lived. It’s cool to see how this little town raised one of the most famous writers in the world. It made me appreciate …
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To Hear or Not to Hear: Hamlet in High Volume
In Hamlet: Hail to the Thief, the Royal Shakespeare Company delivers a bold, electrifying adaptation where Shakespeare’s tragedy collides with the haunting sound of Radiohead. Going into the theatre, I didn’t know what I was expecting because I knew nothing about Radiohead, but I actually really liked this adaptation. The music isn’t just background but …
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Live, Laugh, love, Camden Market
My favorite market in London is Camden Market. This was the first time we stepped foot in there with everyone, and I immediately loved it. There were so many shops and food places that it made me so happy. The place was loud, colorful, and completely full of life from the moment we arrived. Every …
Exploring the History and Beauty of Hampton Court Palace
Visiting Hampton Court Palace felt like stepping back in time. This grand palace sits by the River Thames and has been home to many famous kings and queens, including Henry VIII and William III. As I walked through the main gates, I was amazed by the castle’s walls and the beautiful poppy gardens leading up …
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More Than a Dancer: Margaret Morris
While exploring the gallery, one portrait really stood out to me; it is unique 1926 photograph of Margaret Morris by Fred Daniels. I was intrigued in by the flowers wrapped around you head and in her hands over her chest. The portrait is soft and glowing, instantly capturing the essence of someone who seemed to …
Echoes of Literature in Westminster Abbey
I absolutely loved Westminster Abbey, it is so beautiful and rich with history. Walking through Westminster Abbey felt like I was walking through so much history and the stories of the past. At the end of the tour, we got to see Peot’s corner, and many famous influential writers were either buried or memorialized. It’s …
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Shakespeare Comes Alive
Seeeing Romeo and Juliet at the Globe Theatre was such a great and unique experience. There’s truly something special aboutl about standing inside the Globe Theatre, knowing you’re in a replica of the very place where Shakespeare’s plays were performed over 400 years ago. I loved how the theatre looked, having the huge stage, and …
Bathing in History: A Day Among the Romans
Walking through Bath felt like stepping back in time in ancient history and seeing all the amazing architecture. Our visit to the Roman Baths and the Pump Room was such a great experience not only was it beautiful and historical, it was also such a great learning experience. I loved how the little phone told …
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A Master Builder in Need of Repair
Oh boy, My Master Builder, where do I start. I came into the theatre super excited and ready to watch a great and thrilling story. But that was definitely not the case, it feel so short and was left so sad and confused. This production had some big names and after watching it I left …
Finding Hadestown in the Halls of the V&A
While wandering through the Victoria and Albert Museum, I came across a small, jeweled red flower glimmering inside a glass case. I thought it was so beautiful. It was delicate, detailed, and sparkling with bright colors. It started to reminded me of the red flower in Hadestown. It reminded me about the symbolism behind the …
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Theatre in London U of A 