Shakespeare and Politics in post-totalitarian East-Central Europe: Theatrical Border Crossings

Recorded November 5th, 2024. A lecture by Ema Vyroubalová as part
of the English Staff-Postgraduate Seminar Series. The paper
discusses how productions of Shakespeare’s plays from East-Central
Europe that transcend various geographical, national, and
linguistic boundaries have influenced the theatrical-political
discourse in this region from 1989 onwards. It focuses primarily on
the work of four internationally-established directors: Andrei
Şerban (Romania), Jan Klata (Poland),  David Jařab (Czech
Republic),  and Matei Vișniec (Romania).  English
Staff-Postgraduate Seminar Series is a fortnightly meeting which
has been integral to the School of English research community since
the 1990s. The aim of the seminar series is to provide a relaxed
and convivial atmosphere for staff and students to present their
research to their peers. The series also welcomes distinguished
guest lecturers from the academic community outside Trinity College
to present on their work. It is a fantastic opportunity to share
ideas and engage with the diverse research taking place within the
School.  Learn more at https://www.tcd.ie/trinitylongroomhub/