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Death By Shakespeare: Snakebites, Stabbings and Broken Hearts , ,
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Prologue All the world’s a stage As You Like It, Act 2, Scene 7
William Shakespeare occupies a special place in history. No other writer has enjoyed the same success and prolonged reverence as the Bard of Avon. He has entertained us for over four centuries, given us a wealth of cultural references and inspired countless adaptations and interpretations of his work. He may have been catering to the tastes of his audiences in sixteenth- and seventeenth-century London but his plays and poems are still known and enjoyed today, and not just in England but around the globe. Shakespeare tapped into something that crosses cultural and linguistic borders. The setting and the century – ancient Egypt, a medieval battlefield in France or an enchanted island somewhere in Renaissance Europe – may not be easy to relate to, but his themes of love, hatred, jealousy and bereavement certainly are. The Bard drew from a vast world of history, literature, imagination and everyday experience to produce plays that make us laugh, cry, gasp and think. His ability to take simple ideas and weave into them such complexity of detail and depth of character made his plays stand out among th
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DRACULA-INSPIRED DELIGHTS AROUND TOWN
This fall, Staunton’s local businesses are coming together to celebrate Count Dracula’s arrival at Blackfriars Playhouse. With Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors opening this week, these local spots and eateries have created a series of Dracula-inspired delights, turning your day in Staunton into a fang-tastic adventure. Whether you’re looking for a unique bite to eat, a chilling read, or the perfect photo op, we’ve partnered with these spots to bring Dracula’s world to life right here in town.
Get ready to explore Staunton like never before—your day of Dracula-inspired fun starts now.
Cold-Blooded Mocha at By & By Cafe
Start your day with a deliciously dark twist on your morning coffee. By & By Cafe & Beer Garden is offering the Cold-Blooded Iced Blood Orange Mocha, a sweet and citrusy kick to revive your senses before diving into a Dracula-filled day. This handcrafted beverage blends rich espresso with a hint of blood orange, delivering a wickedly refreshing treat created exclusively for the run of Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors. Whether you’re relaxing in the cozy cafe or enjoying the crisp fall air outside, this is the perfect way to kick off your adventure.
Spine-Chilling Reads at The Book Dragon Shop
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