Shakespeare revisited

The group discusses modern writers' adaptations of Shakespeare's plays, for example Lear set as a wealthy landowner in Iowa and Macbeth as a chief of police. Members read and watch the histories, tragedies and comedies and compare how accurately they represent history and how Shakespeare shapes people's views, including a television adaptation of the history plays. The group also attends theatre events, in inexpensive seats, where friends can come too so everyone feels comfortable getting home. It meets on the third Thursday of the month at 3pm at the Plough on Lordship Lane.