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Shake the Sphere with Sid

Sidney Homan
Theatre
Shakespeare
New Zealand Theatre
Theater
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Indigenous Cultural Narratives
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Walter Benjamin
Robert Haas
Kafka's the Trial
Shakespeare's Hamlet
The Great Dismissal
18th Century Literature
Immersive Theatre
Hamlet
Performance Arts
Early Modern Drama
Richard the Second
The Merchant Of Venice
Theatre Studies

“Shake the Sphere with Sid”

Sidney Homan is the author of thirteen books and editor of eight collections of essays on Shakespeare and the modern playwrights, and an actor and director in commercial and university theatres. He has been named the University of Florida’sTeacher/Scholar of the Year. His prize-winning Beckett’s Theatres: Interpretations for Performance emerged from his tour of Florida... more

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Sid talks with Lawrence Quill, one of the most brilliant and inventive of thinkers, whose inquiries run from the use of nostalgia in politics to governments' recourse to secrecy.  Professor of Political Science at San Jose State University, Lawrence ... more

Sid talks with Susan Cerasano, the Edgar W. B. Fairchild Professor of Literature at Colgate University. Now, when Susan “talks” about Shakespeare, or Marlowe--for that matter, the words flow from her like some joyous, fast-moving stream, eager to flo... more

Sid talks with David O’Donnell, now adjunct professor at Victoria University in Wellington. While his natural modesty would prevent him for acknowledging the fact, David has perhaps been the person most responsible for the recognition and growth of n... more

Sid talks with Jerry Harp, a teacher much in demand at Lewis and Clark College. His four books of poetry reveal an artist of extraordinary sensitivity, and Jerry uses that sensitivity in his study For Us What Music: The Life and Poetry of Donald Just... more

Sid talks with Donna Soto-Morettini, who has done just about everything in the business. Rock and Roll singer in California. Director of Drama for the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and the Royal Central School in London. She is highly sought after ... more

Sid talks with Avra Sidiropoulou, a brilliant director who has staged plays all over the world. A professor at the Open University of Cyprus, she has written extensively about the contemporary theatre—indeed, theatre people have found essential her b... more

Sid talks with Paul Richards, Professor of Music and Head of Composition at the University of Florida. When I speak of my colleague’s music as being “all over the place,” I mean this as the ultimate compliment. Richards has written orchestral, vocal,... more

Sid talks with Michael Hill about how his work in eighteenth century studies has expanded to his concerns with environmental humanities, the interaction of war and culture, and, most recently, the link between war and climate change. A professor of E... more

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Lawrence Quill
Professor of Political Theory at San Jose State University
San Jose State University
Episode: EP10 - Lawrence Quill
Susan Cerasano
Respected academic and contributor to theatre studies, known for her work on early modern manuscripts and Renaissance drama.
Episode: EP9 - Susan Cerasano
David O'Donnell
Adjunct Professor of Theatre at Victoria Theatre in Wellington, New Zealand, a director, and a writer
Victoria Theatre
Episode: EP7 - David O’Donnell
Jerry Harp
A poet and teacher at Lewis and Clark College who has published several works including poetry and essays.
Lewis and Clark College
Episode: EP4 - Jerry Harp
Donna Soto-Morettini
A rock and roll singer, PhD, acting coach, and author known for her insights into acting and theater.
Episode: EP3 - Donna Soto-Morettini
Avra Sidiropoulou
Associate Professor and Dean of Humanities
Open University of Cyprus
Episode: EP1 - Avra Sidiropoulou

Host

Sidney Homan
Sidney Homan is an accomplished author, scholar, and theatre professional known for his extensive work on Shakespeare and modern playwrights. He has been recognized as Teacher/Scholar of the Year at the University of Florida and continues to contribute to the arts through teaching and creative endeavors.

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EP10 - Lawrence Quill
Q: Can we talk about that book on nostalgia?
Quill argues against viewing nostalgia as mere romanticism, emphasizing its deeper political implications and the emotions tied to family and home.
EP10 - Lawrence Quill
Q: Can you tell me a line of an essay, from the newspaper, from the play, a song, a line that has stayed with you from the moment you read it until the present day?
Quill shares a line from JB Priestley's essay about conversation that expresses the power of dialogue and its importance.
EP2 - Mike Hill
Q: What is a work that you've had that always has been with you?
Mike Hill mentions 'Hamlet' as one of the works that he really appreciated, which addresses the struggle of existing in a world and balancing knowledge and action.
EP2 - Mike Hill
Q: Could you tell me what's not necessarily your favorite line, but a line from a work, a play, a poem, a conversation?
Mike Hill reflects on a line he remembers from 'Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man' by James Joyce, which he committed to memory: 'Now I go forth for the one millionth time to forge within the smithy of my soul, the uncreated consciousness of my race.' He describes reading Joyce growing up and feeling a kinship with his experiences.
EP9 - Susan Cerasano
Q: Could you tell me a line from play, a book, something that's stayed with you all these years?
Cerasano discusses 'Richard the Second' and its exploration of change, emphasizing the significance of self-discovery in the character of Richard.

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The podcast offers insightful conversations that explore the intertwined nature of personal experiences and professional journeys in the arts, particularly within theatre and literature. Each episode features guests who share their favorite lines from influential works and discuss the impact of these experiences on their lives and careers. With a focus on personal storytelling, the discussions often delve into themes of nostalgia, identity, and the transformative power of art, making it a rich resource for listeners who are passionate about the performing arts and literary analysis. The unique approach of examining both professional accomplishments and personal influences sets it apart, cultivating a space for deeper understanding and appre... more

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2. Susan Cerasano
3. David O'Donnell
4. Jerry Harp
5. Donna Soto-Morettini
6. Avra Sidiropoulou

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