Shakespeare Spinoffs
Sharing many similarities to Hamlet, this beloved Disney animated film showcases a prince navigating life after his father's death
The Lion King
"The devil can cite scripture for his purpose"
Shakespeare (The Merchant of Venice Act 1, scene 3)
When did William Shakespeare die (month, day, & year) ?
April 23rd, 1616
"Out damned spot!" can be read in which of Shakespeare's tragedies?
Macbeth
Which of Shakespeare's works is so feared some would only call it "The Scottish Play"?
Macbeth
Written and sung by the woman of many eras, what song plays upon the story Romeo and Juliet?
Love Story (Taylor Swift)
"There is nothing better for a man under the sun than to eat, and drink, and be merry"
The Bible (Ecclesiastes 8:15)
What is the name of the collection of his complete works?
The First Folio
What was the first tragedy Shakespeare wrote?
Titus Andronicus
This Shakespearian work was regarded as his farewell to theatre even though it wasn't the last work he created
The Tempest
This Shakespearian spinoff is a retelling of a classic tragedy taking place between two backyards with decorative differences
Gnomeo and Juliet
"For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away."
The Bible (James 4:14)
How many children did Shakespeare have?
3- Hamnet Shakespeare (11), Susanna Hall, & Judith Quiney
How does Hamlet die in the tragedy Hamlet?
A poisoned blade that stabbed him in a duel with Laertes
The First Folio contains the only account of which comedy?
Measure for Measure
This Broadway musical takes Shakespeare's tragedies and puts a comedic twist on them while starring the same man who played Shrek in Shrek the Musical. Anybody a fan of omelets?
Something Rotten!
"Some rise by sin, and some by virtue fall"
Shakespeare (Measure for Measure Act 2, scene 1)
At what age did Shakespeare marry his wife?
18 years old (she was 8 years his senior!)
What ailment does King Lear die of?
Grief :(
About how many poems did Shakespeare write?
375
This Broadway musical retells Romeo and Juliet with a modern city twist and gang wars
West Side Story
"God has given you one face, and you make yourselves another. You jig, you amble, and you lisp, and nick-name God's creatures, and make your wantonness your ignorance:
Shakespeare (Hamlet Act 3, scene 1)
What was the name of the theater company Shakespeare owned?
Lord Chamberlain's acting company
Who is Mercutio and how does he die?
Romeo's best friend, stabbed by Tybalt in the streets of verona
What is Shakespeare's longest play?
Hamlet!