Mariela RiveroNov 12, 20214 min readShakespearean Art: Gallery & InsightIn honor of National Go to an Art Museum Day, we’re bringing the museum to you! During his lifetime, Shakespeare was recognized - for...
Mariela RiveroOct 15, 20215 min readHow Farming Inspired Shakespeare's WorkIn honor of National Farmers Day, we’re discussing Shakespeare’s connection with farming! Was Shakespeare a Farmer? No. Well, Will...
Mariela RiveroOct 8, 20216 min readMythical Egyptian Monster + Symbolism + Art History = ShakespeareIn honor of World Animal Day, we’ll explore Shakespeare’s references to dogs, lions, & wolves. What did they symbolize? How can this...
Mariela RiveroOct 1, 20213 min readA Beginner's Guide: Elizabethan Ladies' Hair FashionIn honor of National Hair Day, let’s take a peek at popular hairstyles for Elizabethan women! Length of Hair An unmarried woman kept her...
Mariela RiveroSep 24, 20214 min read3 Elizabethan Dessert RecipesIn honor of National Cooking Day, we’re sharing 3 Elizabethan recipes for desserts mentioned in Shakespeare’s plays! Recipe Format: Old...
Mariela RiveroSep 17, 20214 min readAn Introduction to the Elizabethan Dance WorldIn honor of National Dance Day, let’s take a gander at the Elizabethans’ passion for dance! Topics Include: Elizabethans - The Early...
Mariela RiveroSep 3, 20216 min readKatherina & Queen Parr: Women Putting Women Down?Last week, we questioned whether Katherina (the “shrew”) spoke her mind when she advised women to treat their husbands as “Thy head, thy...
Mariela RiveroAug 20, 20214 min readAhoy! A Look Inside Shakespeare's Pirate ObsessionIn honor of International Pirate Month, we’ll discuss the rocky pirate situation during Shakespeare’s time & how this influenced his...