The Merchant of Venice is a controversial, problematic Shakespeare play. That said, it features some of Shakespeare’s finest monologues. Whether it’s the biting Shylock, or the melancholy Antonio, or the graceful Portia, The Merchant of...
This sonnet is one of the most loved Shakespeare sonnets. It is a simple love sonnets, that doesn’t have much of the anxiety found in sonnets like 27 and 129. You see the poet’s passion...
Shylock is one of the most captivating Shakespeare’s characters. The Merchant of Venice is considered problematic in how it treats this infamous character, but regardless of where you sit on this issue, Shylock’s monologues are...
Much Ado About Nothing is one of my favourite Shakespeare plays. Thought to be written between 1598 and 1599, this play has everything we demand from a Shakespearean comedy: wit, deception and plenty of romance....
This is one of Benedick’s classic monologues. Benedick from Much Ado About Nothing is one of Shakespeare’s most loved characters. Full of wit and humour, his monologues are great for actor’s wishing to show off...
Looking for a kick-ass Shakespeare monologue? Look no further...
I have recently become obsessed with Shakespeare’s sonnets. One that I particularly love is sonnet 27. It’s not one of the most well known of Shakespeare’s sonnets, but I think it’s as poignant as ever....
All actors battle with nerves, insecurity and self confidence. Learn more here...
A review of Patsy Rodenburg’s Masterclass at 16th Street Actors Studio. As actors we sometimes want to fast track the process. We’re passionate, and all we want is to get out there and do it...
The number one question I get emailed, and I get emailed quite a lot running StageMilk, is how to get acting work. For most actors that means professional acting work in film, theatre or TV,...
