Over nearly two decades, the Shakespeare blog known as Shakespeare Geek has produced over three thousand posts celebrating everything Shakespeare. Of course, we have the expected analysis of the plays and sonnets, book and product reviews, and pop culture references. But we’ve also been busy creating original Shakespeare jokes, games, and educational material. We’re here to prove that Shakespeare makes life better.
If A Shakespeare Blog Did Not Exist, It Would Be Necessary To Create One
In 2005, I went looking for an online place to discuss all things Shakespeare. Maybe I saw a reference in a movie or heard a funny joke. Or maybe I had a question or an exciting interpretation of a scene that I wanted to share. At the time, I couldn’t find that place, so I created it here.
Recent Posts
- Well, folks, that’s another Shakespeare Day in the books. Did you have fun? Maybe I’m watching too much pro wrestling lately (did anybody even recognize the shout-out at the beginning of the day?), but I love this image. I had it painted in classic LeRoy Neiman style, if anybody remembers his class Sports Illustrated images. […]
- So, there’s this funny thing about publishing a physical book on Amazon – the reports don’t actually update until the book ships Which means the next day. So I have no idea how many copies of My Own Personal Shakespeare: Macbeth Edition we were lucky enough to sell today. I’m not sure I’ll sleep tonight, […]
- Of course, by that I literally mean, let’s talk about the different Shakespeare plays we all saw in the HBO Max series Succession. Did I fool anybody? I know, I’m late to the party. I tried watching Succession back when it was new, but my attention drifted to Ted Lasso. I knew that Succession was […]
- Much like modern American politics, the authorship question isn’t worth discussing. People will believe what they want to believe, ignoring any evidence to the contrary and stretching the limits of imagination to invent “evidence” that supports their point. This week, some new research adds to the mix, suggesting that authors during Shakespeare’s lifetime also thought […]
- When I heard that Sir Ian McKellen was doing Hamlet, I was cautiously optimistic. Sometimes they film these things, after all. Then I heard it was filmed! I was elated. But then they did this weird “one night only” thing, and only in the UK. I never heard another word about it. Now, however, the […]
- Did you know that the Shakespeare Geek Shop offers over 150 original, unique designs, all available in a variety of styles, sizes, and colors? Probably not, because it’s all hosted on Amazon, and my ability to say, “Here’s a link to exactly what I want to show you on Amazon,” is nearly non-existent. I’m Working […]
- CAPULET merchandise is back! When I started my store a good number of years ago, I made both MONTAGUE and CAPULET designs. I thought it would be fun to count how many of each sold and make it a battle. Maybe it would be a fun gift idea for couples. Well, Amazon wasn’t in on […]
Shakespeare Makes Life Better
The expression “Shakespeare makes life better” refers to the enduring popularity and relevance of William Shakespeare’s plays and poetry. Despite being written over 400 years ago, Shakespeare’s works continue to captivate audiences around the world with their timeless themes of love, power, ambition, and morality. His characters, such as Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and Lady Macbeth, are iconic and have become part of the cultural lexicon.
Shakespeare’s plays are not just entertainment but also offer insight into the human condition, providing commentary on social and political issues that remain relevant today. They have been adapted and reinterpreted in countless ways, from film adaptations to modern retellings, demonstrating the universality of his work.
Moreover, Shakespeare’s language and poetry are celebrated for their beauty, complexity, and versatility. His mastery of language and the human psyche has influenced countless writers and artists throughout history.
Overall, Shakespeare’s works continue to enrich our lives and offer us new perspectives on the world around us, making us laugh, cry, and think deeply about our own lives and experiences. Some people may think that a Shakespeare blog is a relic of the past. Well, technically so is Shakespeare, and we still think he’s pretty relevant. We’re not going anywhere.