by CCash | Dec 23, 2024 | Blog, Podcast Episodes, Shakespeare Christmas
A drink, as much as it was songs and a group activity, wassail has been a traditional part of the Christmas season in England, and particularly a favorite of Twelfth Night celebrations, for centuries, including before and during the life of William Shakespeare. In...
by CCash | Sep 25, 2023 | Blog, Podcast Episodes
The air is turning crisp outside and the orchards are ripe with bright red apples. As you are going out to enjoy some fresh apples int eh beautiful autumn weather, you may be delighted to know that Shakespeare enjoyed this same tradition as well, with a variety of...
by CCash | Jan 2, 2023 | Blog, Podcast Episodes
Just like Shakespeare’s work, our show is supported by patrons. Become a patron to contribute to the show directly and access our entire back catalog of 100+ patrons-only episodes. Welcome to Episode 246 of That Shakespeare Life. This Thursday, January 5, is...
by CCash | Jan 5, 2019 | Activity Kits
Wassail was a key part of celebrating Twelfth Night, which we talk about in one episode of That Shakespeare Life, where we talk with Francois Laroque. Dr. Laroque shares with us about Shakespeare’s play, Twelfth Night, as well as the real historical traditions...
