Readers of previous plaintive entries in this blog may be interested in the opening of this review of Southwark Playbox’s production of Shirley’ The Cardinal, by Peter Malin, cited below:
It appears that the deconstruction of Shakespeare may be progressing apace at the rebuilt Globe Theatre. The current production of Romeo and Juliet as reviewed by London's Daily Telegraph seems to complete a process begun so effectively last year:
The recent Milton anniversary triggered some interesting discussions of his current literary status, particularly in comparison with Shakespeare’s. One is recorded on YouTube at:
“Shakespeare vs Milton: The Kings of English Literature Debate”
All supporters of the restored Shakespeare's Globe Playhouse will be relieved to discover that it has been rescued from the present ruinously misguided attempt to rebuild it as a modern theatre. Their censures seem not to have been in vain.
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