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Since there is no objective way of determining which play is most famous, here is a list of the tragedies in approximate order of fame: Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, Othello, Macbeth, King Lear, Julius Caesar, Titus Andronicus, Coriolanus, Antony and Cleopatra, and Timon of Athens.
Lear is performed more often than Caesar, but Caesar is still taught in schools. Coriolanus has received a lot of attention recently and a major film (by Ralph Fiennes) which is more than you can say about Antony and Cleopatra.
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What is the famous work of William Shakespeare?
Most of his plays were famous...you're going to need to be a little more specific than that. One quote from Romeo and Juliet that is used a lot is "What's in a name?"
Who is more famous than William Shakespeare?
The question arises whether Shakespeare is more famous than Homer Simpson or Sonic the Hedgehog or Spongebob Squarepants or some other person. It depends what group of people you are talking about. Among Americans who are poorly educated and watch a lot of TV, Homer Simpson is probably more famous than Shakespeare. Among some video gamers, maybe Sonic is more famous than Shakespeare. Among the billions of people who are not inundated with American culture, Shakespeare is probably the better known person.
How many of shakespeare's plays were comedies?
There are 18 of Shakespeare's plays which are identified as comedies. Your mileage may vary on which ones are better than which others. Just because a play is popular and frequently performed does not mean that it is better. The five most frequently performed Shakespearean comedies are probably The Merchant of Venice, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, The Taming of the Shrew and Twelfth Night.
What has the author William Endicott written?
William Endicott has written: 'Wrecked among cannibals in the Fijis' -- subject(s): Glide (Ship)
Who wrote the play Romeo and Juliet among others?
William Shakespeare was the one who wrote the play "ROMEO AND JULIET, AMONG OTHERS".
Which British artist is famous for his lithographic work?
The most famous lithographers are French or Dutch. Among the British I immediately thought of William Hogarth, but he did engravings not lithography.
What are the answers to Simon Drew's Spot the Famous William?
Simon Drew's "Spot the Famous William" is a whimsical puzzle featuring humorous illustrations of various famous people named William. The answers typically include figures like William Shakespeare, William the Conqueror, and William Wordsworth, among others. Each illustration provides clues to help identify these historical or literary figures. To find the specific answers, one would need to refer directly to the illustrations provided in the puzzle.
What is the famous work of William Shakespeare?
Most of his plays were famous...you're going to need to be a little more specific than that. One quote from Romeo and Juliet that is used a lot is "What's in a name?"
What are 2 specific accomplishments of William Shakespeare?
He wrote 38 plays, many of which are considered among the best plays of all time. He wrote poetry, including 154 sonnets, some of which are among the most famous poems of all time.
Who played Matt dillon on radio?
William Conrad.
Who wrote ''twelfth night''?
"Twelfth Night" was written by William Shakespeare, one of the most famous English playwrights and poets. The play is a comedy that tells the story of mistaken identity, love, and deception among a group of characters.
Who wrote Greek theatre tragedies?
Sophocles. Among others, Sophocles wrote some of the most famous works, still studied in high schools and colleges to this day.
Who wrote ofer fifity plays and was considered by some to be the leading french playwright of his day?
Pierre Corneille wrote over fifty plays and was considered the leading French playwright of his day. He is known for his tragedies and comedies, with works like "Le Cid" and "Polyeucte" being among his most famous plays.
What is the name of the Greek tragedy that is still popular today?
There are several Greek tragedies that still exist, but the most popular might be the Oedipus cycle. The author is Sophocles.
Who is more famous than William Shakespeare?
The question arises whether Shakespeare is more famous than Homer Simpson or Sonic the Hedgehog or Spongebob Squarepants or some other person. It depends what group of people you are talking about. Among Americans who are poorly educated and watch a lot of TV, Homer Simpson is probably more famous than Shakespeare. Among some video gamers, maybe Sonic is more famous than Shakespeare. Among the billions of people who are not inundated with American culture, Shakespeare is probably the better known person.
What is the name of William Shakespeare's famous book?
William Shakespeare is most famous for his plays, which are printed in book form but are intended to be performed, not read. He also had some poetry published as books which was intended to be read, called Venus and Adonis, The Rape of Lucrece and William Shakespeare's Sonnets. Among the plays, the more famous are Hamlet, Macbeth, King Lear, Henry V, Richard III, The Tempest, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night, The Merchant of Venice, Romeo and Juliet and Othello.
What is the name of the Greek tragedy that is still popular?
There are a number of popular Greek tragedies that are still performed today, including Oedipus Rex, Antigone, and Prometheus Bound, among others.
