The Play's the Thing
CiRCE Podcast Network
The Play's the Thing is the ultimate podcast resource for lovers of Shakespeare. Dedicating six episodes to each play (one per act, plus a Q&A episode), this podcast explores the themes, scenes, characters, and lines that make Shakespeare so memorable. In the end, we will cover every play The Bard wrote, thus permitting an ongoing contemplation and celebration of the most important writer of all time. Join us.
The Play’s the Thing is presented by The CiRCE Podcast Network.
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Macbeth: Act I (rerun)
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03/07/25 • 89 min
Welcome back to The Play's the Thing, where we discuss Shakespeare's canon, one act at a time.
In this episode, David, Tim, and Heidi dive into one of the great tragedies, Macbeth. Topics of conversation include the play's reputation, the suspicions surrounding performance of the play, the weird sisters and their role, Macbeth's response to them, Lady Macbeth's desire to be evil, and much more.
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Macbeth: Act III (rerun)
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03/21/25 • 82 min
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Macbeth: Act II (rerun)
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03/14/25 • 76 min
Join David, Heidi, and Tim as they dive ever-deeper into the Macbeth family treachery. Conversation touches on Macbeth's mental state, Shakespeare's formal choices in Macbeth's monologues, the themes of repentance and time in the play, and much more.
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Titus Andronicus
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10/27/23 • 53 min
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Henry VI: Parts 1, 2, 3
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10/06/23 • 61 min
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Dr. Christopher Perrin Joins the Show to Discuss Teaching Shakespeare, Part 1
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05/19/23 • 76 min
Join Tim in the first part of a conversation with Dr. Chris Perrin about how to teach Shakespeare, about the neglected virtue of prudence, and about the promise of classical education.
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Timon of Athens
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10/13/23 • 40 min
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A Midsummer Night's Dream: Act II
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03/18/23 • 43 min
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Did Shakespeare Write Shakespeare's Plays
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02/24/23 • 32 min
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A Midsummer Night's Dream: Act III
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03/24/23 • 48 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Play's the Thing have?
The Play's the Thing currently has 182 episodes available.
What topics does The Play's the Thing cover?
The podcast is about Literature, Fiction, Drama, Shakespeare, Theater, Podcasts, Books and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on The Play's the Thing?
The episode title 'Macbeth: Act I (rerun)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Play's the Thing?
The average episode length on The Play's the Thing is 63 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Play's the Thing released?
Episodes of The Play's the Thing are typically released every 7 days, 8 hours.
When was the first episode of The Play's the Thing?
The first episode of The Play's the Thing was released on Nov 23, 2017.
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