William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare, often hailed as one of the greatest playwrights and poets in the English language, was born in April 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. His life spanned a vibrant period known as the Elizabethan era, during which he penned a remarkable collection of plays, sonnets, and poems that continue to resonate with audiences today. Shakespeare's works, ranging from the tragic depths of "Hamlet" to the whimsical charm of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," explore the complexities of human nature, love, and ambition, making them timeless treasures of literature.
Shakespeare's influence extends far beyond the stage; his inventive use of language and mastery of storytelling have left an indelible mark on literature and the arts. If you’re curious to dive into his world, this app offers a wonderful selection of his plays and poems, each inviting you to experience the rich tapestry of emotions and themes that have captivated readers and audiences for centuries. Enjoy the journey through his extraordinary works!
William Shakespeare Othello 2020
Read by Emma Harding
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare's Othello is adapted and directed for radio by Emma Harding. This production features Khalid Abdalla as Othello, Matthew…
Cymbeline (Version 2)
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
William Shakespeare
Cymbeline is one of the last plays Shakespeare wrote, classified by scholars as a late romance or comedy. It's famous for featuring a highly…
William Shakespeare King Lear RTÉ Radio
William Shakespeare
The Sunday Playhouse presents a captivating production of King Lear that aired on RTÉ Radio 1. This adaptation features a distinctly …
The Winter's Tale (version 2)
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
William Shakespeare
The Winter's Tale—one of Shakespeare's final plays—tells the story of two neighboring kings, Leontes of Sicilia and Polixenes of Bohemia. Fr…
Hamlet Prince Of Denmark
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The action of all these scenes takes place in or around the Royal Castle at Elsinore. Shakespeare's great drama is so well known to most of …
King Lear Alec Guinness
Read by Alec Guinness
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Experience a powerful rendition of Shakespeare's "King Lear" featuring the remarkable Alec Guinness in the title role. This produc…
Measure For Measure
Read by Tony Addison
William Shakespeare
Described as a "problem play" Measure for Measure is only as much a problem as life itself is- that is, are there any easy answers…
William Shakespeare Pericles
William Shakespeare
Pericles is a captivating tale by William Shakespeare that explores profound themes such as the relationship between parents and children, t…
The Tragedy of King Richard III
Read by Douglas Henshall
William Shakespeare
Experience the gripping drama of Shakespeare's classic play, The Tragedy of King Richard III, as it unfolds on BBC Radio 3. This production …
Hamlet (Spanish)
Read by Victor Villarraza
William Shakespeare
La tragedia de Hamlet, príncipe de Dinamarca (título original en inglés: The Tragical History of Hamlet, Prince of Denm…
As You Like It (version 3)
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
William Shakespeare
Long theorized to be one of Shakespeare's mid-career works, As You Like It remains an evergreen favorite for audiences and scholars alike fo…
Shakespeare The Tragedy Of King Lear 1994
Read by John Gielgud
William Shakespeare
Shakespeare's The Tragedy of King Lear is a powerful adaptation celebrating Sir John Gielgud's 90th birthday. This co-production between BBC…
The Witches' Brew (MacBeth Act IV Scene I)
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
William Shakespeare
LibriVox volunteers bring you seven readings of The Witches' Brew from Act IV Scene I of MacBeth, by William Shakespeare. This was the weekl…
Shakespeare's Hamlet Prince Of Denmark
William Shakespeare
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark is a renowned play by William Shakespeare, presented in a highly acclaimed co-production between Radio 3 and the R…
The Birth of Merlin: The Childe Hath Found His Father
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William Shakespeare
Merlin. King Arthur. War betwixt British and Saxons. Uther Pendragon. Collapsing castle foundations, Magicians and spirits, and fighting dra…
Sonnet 028
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
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LibriVox volunteers bring you 12 different recordings of Sonnet 28 by William Shakespeare. This was the weekly poetry project for the week o…
William Shakespeare Twelfth Night 1972
William Shakespeare
Named for the twelfth night after Christmas, the end of the Christmas season, Twelfth Night plays with love and power. The Countess Olivia, …
Troilus And Cressida BBC
William Shakespeare
Set during the Trojan War, Shakespeare's powerful drama about a doomed love and the futility of war is also an extraordinarily topical enqui…