What order should I read Shakespeare?
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What order should I read Shakespeare?
You could do Much Ado, Macbeth, Midsummer, Twelfth Night, Henry V, Comedy of Errors, and Romeo and Juliet. After this, you’ll be able to read the rest in any order. If you feel able to read Shakespeare pretty well, you probably want to start with the best plays.
How long would it take to read all Shakespeare?
I f you wanted to read every play of Shakespeare on your commute, it would take you only six months. There are 38 plays in total, unless you count the lost play Cardenio, which now exists only as an adaptation called Double Falsehood (me neither).
How long does it take to read Shakespeare’s plays?
As a rule of thumb, 1000 lines of Shakespeare’s text converts to about one hour of stage time, when performed. Most plays, however, are cut down for performance….Length of Shakespeare Plays.
| Play | Approximate Number of lines |
|---|---|
| Henry V | 3227 |
| Henry VI ( Part II) | 3125 |
| Romeo and Juliet | 3093 |
| Henry IV ( Part I) | 3041 |
How do you ace Shakespeare?
How to Study Shakespeare
- 1) Read a great plot synopsis.
- 2) Find an annotated copy of the work you would like to read.
- 3) Get comfortable and read once through the play.
- 4) Rent, buy, or borrow from your local library the BBC production of the play.
- 5) It is time to read the play again.
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What is the easiest Shakespeare to read?
Romeo and Juliet and Macbeth are pretty easy. There have been SO many adaptations of the play, so when you are reading, it’s easier to follow. If you are a beginner, then checkout Spark Notes while reading because Shakespearean English is difficult.
What is the most complicated Shakespeare play?
Shakespeare’s most complex play has it all: ‘Cymbeline’ at University Theatre.
How long is Othello?
Play Lengths
| Play | Number of lines |
|---|---|
| Antony and Cleopatra | 3573 |
| Othello | 3560 |
| King Lear | 3499 |
| Troilus and Cressida | 3486 |