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“A girl can only be a slut, a bitch, a tease, or the virgin next door,” ~Ginger Snaps

Posted on May 13, 2014 by korashschiffs15

Throughout The National’s production of King Lear, I was captivated with the idea of the three daughters as three very distinct female archetypes – the bitch, the whore, and the innocent. King Lear’s eldest daughter, Goneril, is obviously depicted as … Continue reading →

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“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.” ~ Henry James, The Portrait of a Lady

Posted on May 12, 2014 by korashschiffs15

I tried tea for the first time about three months ago and really enjoyed it, but over the past few weeks in the United Kingdom my actual love of afternoon tea has increased exponentially. My first tea and scone experience … Continue reading →

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“This train is alive with things that should be seen and heard. It’s a living, breathing something — you just have to want to learn its rhythm.” ~ David Baldacci

Posted on May 11, 2014 by korashschiffs15

I’ve decided that whoever invented the bus system in London was not a nice person, but whoever invented the London Underground, aka the Tube, was a genius. Buses are problematic. No matter how much you attempt to plot out your … Continue reading →

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Judging Characters By Their Covers

Posted on May 5, 2014 by korashschiffs15

The theme of the commodification of people through dehumanizing stereotypes is quite evident throughout Holly Findlay’s production of Arden of Faversham. Prior to seeing the play I recognized this theme in the play by looking at the lack of value … Continue reading →

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“Free your hair, and the rest will follow.” ~Unknown

Posted on May 3, 2014 by korashschiffs15

The United Kingdom and I have a love-hate relationship; I love the UK and the UK hates my hair. No matter how much product, how much time, or how much I try to tame my hair on this trip, it … Continue reading →

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“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” ~ William Shakespeare, As You Like It

Posted on May 3, 2014 by korashschiffs15

It is safe to say that our final night, this past Thursday night, in Stratford will go down as one of the best nights of this trip for me. Not only did I get a very up-close viewing of Arden … Continue reading →

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“Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society.” ~Mark Twain (Roaring Girl Review)

Posted on April 28, 2014 by korashschiffs15

The sets, music, costumes, and lighting of the RSC’s version of Thomas Dekker and Thomas Middleton’s play, “The Roaring Girl” contribute to an open environment, in which the characters give each audience member the intimate and soul bearing message to … Continue reading →

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Head Boy or not Head Boy, that is the question…

Posted on April 27, 2014 by korashschiffs15

Celebrating Shakespeare’s Birthday in Stratford-Upon-Avon yesterday was an unforgettable experience. Though it was crowded and a bit chilly, it was stimulating and unbelievably interesting at the same time. After a slightly later morning start, I headed off to watch the … Continue reading →

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Fan Girling Out

Posted on April 26, 2014 by korashschiffs15

The past few days in Stratford-Upon-Avon have already been spectacular for me. From making friends with a 50-year-old British man on the Virgin Airlines flight (the same one that told me to have a drink with him and say cheers … Continue reading →

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