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Revisiting Shakespeare: The Tragedy of “King Lear”

Revisiting Shakespeare: The Tragedy of “King Lear”

In this week’s “Revisiting Shakespeare,” Senior Managing Editor Edwyn Choi ’27 reviews the technical complexities and perplexing plot lines of “King Lear.” Despite controversial critiques and adaptations of this popular play, there are still intense themes Choi finds worth exploring.

Revisiting Shakespeare: “The Merchant of Venice”

Revisiting Shakespeare: “The Merchant of Venice”

Senior Managing Editor Edwyn Choi ’27 examines the thorny legacy of Shylock, the Venetian moneylender who’s made more modern headlines than some would like to admit. From dodging a literal “pound of flesh” to debates over antisemitism, “The Merchant of Venice” refuses to retire quietly.

Revisiting Shakespeare: “Measure for Measure”

Revisiting Shakespeare: “Measure for Measure”

For fans of Shakespeare and theater, get excited for the debut of “Revisiting Shakespeare.” Senior Managing Editor Edwyn Choi ’27 kicks off the column with “Measure for Measure,” one of the playwright’s darkest legal dramas, and unpacks the play’s entanglement with morality and corruption.