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Syllable of Recorded Time

by Michigan State University

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Experts demystify Shakespeare in a series of interviews conducted by students and faculty at Michigan State University.

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Episodes

  1. Theatre and Community Development

    Stefon Funderburke talks with Nathan McBurnett, a community engaged researcher tackling big issues such as trust, self-interest, collective action, housing, and public health.

  2. Love and War in Shakespeare

    Much Ado About Nothing begins with soldiers returning from war to a different kind of battleground. Oscar Quiroz, who played Don Pedro in MSU's recent production, talks about love and war with Kim Seabright Martin (Leonata), Rileigh Belle Wine (Beatrice), and director Deric McNish.

  3. Shakespeare: Two Truths and One Lie!

    In this episode, Christopher Eastland and Mona Eldahshoury engage in a lively game of “Two Truths and a Lie,” revealing facts and fictions about the life and works of William Shakespeare.

  4. Community and Education Outreach Through Shakespeare

    This episode explores the transformative power of theatre arts and Shakespeare through a community and educational outreach lens. Hosted by Ural Grant, with special guest Stephanie Shine, Tennessee Shakespeare Company's Director of Outreach and General Manager.

  5. Blind Ranking the Women of Shakespeare

    On this episode of Syllable of Recorded Time, host, Katherine Clemons, and her guests Mona Eldahshoury, Kim Seabright Martin, Sarah Hendrickson, and Alexis Black, discuss five of the most iconic women of Shakespeare - ranking them in a fun, unique way!

  6. Staging Shakespeare's Violence

    Shakespeare often gives the same stage direction to many of his characters, “they fight”. David Leong and Alexis Black discuss how to approach staging Shakespearean violence in an accessible way. This episode was hosted by Kim Seabright Martin and Jacob Squire.

  7. Winter's Tale - 60 minutes - Howell High School

    An abridged reading of The Winter's Tale by William Shakespeare, performed by Michigan State University actors at Howell High School.

  8. Bonus - Shakespeare & Astronomy

    Emily Yates presents a talk about Elizabethan astronomy at MSU's Abrams Planetarium, prior to a staged reading of The Winter's Tale.

  9. The Winter's Tale - Full

    Audio of a staged reading of The Winter's Tale at Abrams Planetarium.

  10. Daniel Smith

    Professor Dan Smith joins Professor Deric McNish and Michigan State University students to discuss the idea of "translating" Shakespeare.

  11. Gus Kaikkonen

    Prolific director Gus Kaikkonen joins Professor Deric McNish and Michigan State University students to discuss the evolving role of the director in staging Shakespeare.

  12. Jyotsna Singh

    Professor Jyotsna Singh, renowned Shakespeare scholar, joins Professor Deric McNish and Michigan State University students to discuss reinventing the role of gender in Shakespeare's plays.

About this show

Experts demystify Shakespeare in a series of interviews conducted by students and faculty at Michigan State University.

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Michigan State University

Produced by SYLLABLE OF RECORDED TIME

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Syllable of Recorded Time have?

Syllable of Recorded Time has 12 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on December 14, 2023.

What is Syllable of Recorded Time about?

Experts demystify Shakespeare in a series of interviews conducted by students and faculty at Michigan State University.

How often does Syllable of Recorded Time release new episodes?

Syllable of Recorded Time publishes irregularly, based on its 12 episodes since October 2019.

Who hosts Syllable of Recorded Time?

Syllable of Recorded Time is created and hosted by Michigan State University.
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