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Much Ado About Nothing – Act II, scene 1

In the midst of a clever dance we encounter witty word play, misconceptions, and a new challenge.

Much Ado About Nothing – Act I, scene 2, 3

Leonato is misinformed by his brother, and Don John wants to bite.

Much Ado About Nothing – Act I, scene 1

Don Pedro, the Prince of Aragon, has come to visit the house of Leonato, governor of Messina. A cast of colorful characters is introduced.

Much Ado About Nothing – Into

An introduction to our series on Much Ado About Nothing where we talk history, structure, and the building blocks of comedy.

As You Like It – Act V, scene 3 and 4

Exiles and rustics gather to witness some magic and promised marriages.

As You Like It – Act V, scene 1 and 2

Touchstone confronts a rival lover, and Rosalind promises a miracle.

As You Like It – Act IV, scene 2 and 3

Silvius delivers Phoebe's letter, and Oliver finds Ganymede and Aliena.

As You Like It – Act IV, scene 1

Ganymede attempts to cure Orlando, which sinks Rosalind deeper in love.

As You Like It – Act III, scene 5

Rosalind inserts herself into a pageant of disharmony, and only makes things worse.

As You Like It – Act III, scene 3 & 4 – Even a goat knows that love can turn a person into a fool but won't make a fool personable.