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“Silly Shakespeare for Students by Paul Murray offers a refreshing and hilarious twist on classic Shakespearean tales, making it a delightful read for both devoted fans and newcomers alike. With sharp wit and inventive reinterpretations, Murray brings the Bard’s iconic characters and stories to life in an accessible and entertaining way that invites readers of all backgrounds to join in the fun.” — Adam Stewart, Founder and Artistic Director Prague Youth Theatre
The Silly Shakespeare for Students edition of Othello simplifies this challenging tragedy without losing any of the complexity of the plot, characters, or themes. This edition is perfect for introducing students to the Bard’s work! Looking for something different for drama club, student theater, or speaking class? Want to spice up your English class and give students a new appreciation for Shakespeare? This is the series for you!
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Description
Author Paul Leonard Murray, director of the Belgrade English Language Theater, has cut the play down to an hour or so and made the language more modern and accessible. But he’s kept the dynamics of the tragedy of Othello, the Moor as he struggles against prejudices, social barriers, and his own pride and jealousy. We still grapple with Iago’s motivations and how innocent to consider Emilia, Iago’s wife, and Rodrigo, his companion and pawn. What is the nature of evil and why do people do bad things? This adaptation is written in rhyming couplets which keeps the action moving and engages students. The clever, slightly irreverent wit of the adaptation does not distract from the drama at the heart of the tragedy though.
Also included are notes on playing style, a discussion of the characters and themes in the play, and a full summary to support students. This edition makes putting on Shakespeare easy and fun, even if you’ve never done drama in class before!
Download a short sample: Othello Silly Shakespeare Sample
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Additional information
| Weight | 5.76 oz |
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| Dimensions | 8.5 × 5.5 × 0.29 in |
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| ISBN | 9781956159516 |
| Pages | 122 |
| Publication Date | 22 Oct 2024 |
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| Size | 5.5 x 8.5 inches |
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Raves and Reviews
“Paul Murray has brilliantly adapted Shakespeare’s plays to expose them to an entire generation who might otherwise roll their eyes and miss out. These playful but entirely respectful adaptations stay true to the soul of the original plays while making them easily accessible to the uninitiated. I wish these books had been available when I was young.”
— Dean Devlin, Co-writer/producer Godzilla, Independence Day, Owner Electric Entertainment
“What I would have given for Paul Murray’s works way back when I was a kid. What Murray has done brilliantly is make Shakespeare approachable for young people (and the young at heart).”
— Jonathan Glassner Producer, Director, Co-creator Stargate SG-1, The Outer Limits, CSI Miami, CSI: NY, The Ark
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