Two of Shakespeare's Comedies- A Discussion with Dr. Mark Schenker

LITCHFIELD, Conn. - Sept. 11, 2015 - PRLog -- Join Dr. Mark Schenker as he explores two great comedies by William Shakespeare. In our discussion, Dr. Schenker will consider the comic view of life, the transformative power of love and art, and the ways in which Shakespeare employs theater as symbol and metaphor.

Dr. Schenker will discuss A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Sunday, September 27 and Twelfth Night on Sunday, October 25.

Sunday, September 27: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Taking place in a mythical Athens and an enchanted forest, this comedy portrays the adventures of four young lovers, a group of amateur actors, their interactions with woodland fairies, a duke and duchess, a misguided parent, star-crossed lovers, and more. Falling in love can make fools of us all.

Mark J. Schenker is the Senior Associate Dean of Yale College, Dean of Academic Affairs and a lecturer in English at Yale. He earned his Ph.D. from Columbia University in English and Comparative Literature. He lectures frequently on literary topics, and enjoys making literature accessible and enjoyable.

Copies of the plays will be available in advance of each discussion. All Oliver Wolcott Library events are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be done by calling 860-567-8030 or logging onto www.owlibrary.org and clicking on Programs/Adult Programs.