Poor ol’ Polonius falls victim to Hamlet’s crazy antics. Despite his somewhat nosy behavior, anyone who has Ophelia as a daughter probably deserves a drink. Here we bring you one of the hundreds of possible variations on a Bloody Mary. You will need: Vodka Tomato juice 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp lemon juice 1 … Continue reading »
Larded With Sweet Flowers
There can be beauty in the breakdown. We’re taking style advice from Ophelia, just not relationship advice. Here’s one modern take on Ophelia’s descent into madness. Embrace the crazy. Photos by Jasmin Risk. Continue reading »
A Student in the School of Hamlet
To the reader: Please be advised that as a confessional poet, and a student in the school of Hamlet, that my poetry is often intended for a specific person. That being said, these were the least offensive poems i could curate outside of a more specific context. Also, for fun, while reading, try wearing all black, unseasonable clothing … Continue reading »
DIY Soliloquy
Okay, Hamlet. You’ve been pretty greedy. Just because your father’s vengeful ghost appeared to you and made you swear to kill your murderous uncle, that doesn’t mean you’re the only person with feelings. Sometimes other people need to angstily soliloquize around Denmark, too. So I’ve compiled some of my favorite tips and tricks for you … Continue reading »
To Eat Shreddies or Not to Eat Shreddies
Today’s cereal is… (drumroll) Shreddies! Y’all don’t have these in the U.S., sorry boo. Hamlet Week + Cereal Tuesday = this: Flavor: 8/10 Call me a renaissance man, but I love the simplicity of this cereal’s flavor. They also come in a honey flavor, but I really think this original kind is sweet enough. Granted, I added a few … Continue reading »
ALL the Hamlet Adaptions!
Everyone likes to talk about Hamlet – it makes sense, since it’s one of the greatest plays by one of the greatest playwrights, you know… ever. Not only is it believed to have influenced all sorts of plays, novels and movie scripts since its creation, but there are more tv and movie adaptations of Hamlet … Continue reading »
Sea of Troubles
Songs inspired by the troubled romance that was Hamlet and Ophelia – your own personal soundtrack to Hamlet Week on inconnu. Continue reading »