The Mardi Gras Indian Of 'Lemonade'
In "Lemonade," Beyoncé's much-discussed visual album, a girl resplendent in white plumage appears. It's a nod to the pop star's New Orleans roots and loaded with the region's racial history.
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2 Shakespearean Actors Revive Debate Over The Bard's Identity
Renee Montagne talks to actors — Sir Derek Jacobi and Mark Rylance — who are questioning the identity of the Bard of Avon — with some scorn from the literary community.
After Very Visible Roles, Lupita Nyong'o Looks To Disappear Into Character
The actor is now starring on Broadway in Eclipsed, a searing story of young women held captive in Liberia. After that and 12 Years a Slave, Nyong'o says she's ready for some lighter material.
Worldwide Celebrations On The 400th Anniversary Of Shakespeare's Death
People are celebrating the Bard's life and enduring legacy around the world. Here's a look at how they're doing it, and how you can get engaged.
Shakespeare Saw '360 Degrees Of Humanity,' And That's Why He Endures
From actor David Tennant to artistic director Gregory Doran, Royal Shakespeare Company thespians reflect on the Bard's legacy. Shakespeare is said to have died 400 years ago on April 23.
Everybody Has A Prince Story (Or Should). Here Are Ours
These stories are good for sharing any day, but they must be shared today, in honor of The Purple One's passing.
Snacking In Shakespeare's Time: What Theatregoers Ate At The Bard's Plays
There were no dress circle lounges nor mezzanine bars 400 years ago. Back then, audience snacked on cold nibbles and ready-made street food from vendors they passed on their way to the performance.
Broadway's 'Hamilton' Makes Its Way Into NYC's High School Curriculum
The Broadway hit tells the story of the American Revolution with a multi-racial cast and hip-hop music. The point is to make American history a lot more exciting than how it's often taught in school.
Central American Kids Recall Brutal Journey To U.S. In 'Shelter'
Shelter is a play based on interviews with Central American kids about their harrowing experiences migrating north. NPR's Code Switch team talks with the youth who inspired the play, the playwright and the actors about the production.
Theater Helps This HIV-Positive Grandmother Transform Lives
Writing her own story, with support from peers, helped Cassandra Steptoe shed the shame she felt in her diagnosis and find psychological healing instead. Now she's inspiring others to do the same.