Shakespeare and Politics in post-totalitarian East-Central Europe: Theatrical Border Crossings

Recorded November 5th, 2024. A lecture by Ema Vyroubalová as part of the English Staff-Postgraduate Seminar Series. The paper discusses how productions of Shakespeare’s plays from East-Central Europe that transcend various geographical, national, and linguistic boundaries have influenced the theatrical-political discourse in this region from 1989 onwards. It focuses primarily on the work of four internationally-established directors: Andrei Şerban (Romania), Jan Klata (Poland),  David Jařab (Czech Republic),  and Matei Vișniec (Romania).  English Staff-Postgraduate Seminar Series is a fortnightly meeting which has been integral to the School of English research community since the 1990s. The aim of the seminar series is to provide a relaxed and convivial atmosphere for staff and students to present their research to their peers. The series also welcomes distinguished guest lecturers from the academic community outside Trinity College to present on their work. It is a fantastic opportunity to share ideas and engage with the diverse research taking place within the School.  Learn more at https://www.tcd.ie/trinitylongroomhub/