Text and Background Information
Hamlet Online – e-text of the entire play
Royal Shakespeare Company’s (RSC) 2008 stage production of Hamlet – a modern-dress, film-for-television adaptation with David Tennant as Hamlet and Patrick Stewart as Claudius and the Ghost
Hamlet on iTunes – free audio download of Hamlet for your listening pleasure
Ethan Hawke does “To Be or Not to Be” – in this contemporary version of the play set in 2000, Hamlet ponders “to be or not to be” at the Blockbuster video store
David Tennant does “To Be or Not to Be” from the 2008 Royal Shakespeare Company stage to film production
Mel Gibson does “To Be or Not to Be” from the 1990 film directed by Franco Zeffirelli
Kenneth Branagh does “To Be or Not to Be” from the 1996 film directed by Kenneth Branagh
Hamlet Online – e-text of the entire play
Royal Shakespeare Company’s (RSC) 2008 stage production of Hamlet – a modern-dress, film-for-television adaptation with David Tennant as Hamlet and Patrick Stewart as Claudius and the Ghost
Hamlet on iTunes – free audio download of Hamlet for your listening pleasure
Ethan Hawke does “To Be or Not to Be” – in this contemporary version of the play set in 2000, Hamlet ponders “to be or not to be” at the Blockbuster video store
David Tennant does “To Be or Not to Be” from the 2008 Royal Shakespeare Company stage to film production
Mel Gibson does “To Be or Not to Be” from the 1990 film directed by Franco Zeffirelli
Kenneth Branagh does “To Be or Not to Be” from the 1996 film directed by Kenneth Branagh
Related Readings and Assignments
"How Many Years Hath the Dane?"- An examination of Hamlet's age
Film Viewing Guide for Hamlet's Soliloquy
Hamlet Online – etext of the entire play
Hamlet on iTunes - free audio download of Hamlet for your listening pleasure
A Short Course on Shakespeare's Hamlet Excellent study resource with questions and answers, commentary, and message board
Enjoying Hamlet Terrific website that gives in-depth explanation and analysis of each scene of the play, as well as discussion on the themes and background of Hamlet
Hamlet Online Another excellent Hamlet resource with links to all things Hamlet: summaries, study guides, film resources, humor, etc.
Bardfilm Commentary on films, plays and other media related to Shakespeare, including some humorous Hamlet links
Famous Hamlet Quotes A great study source for Hamlet tests! Can you explain why each is signficant?
Hamlet Jeopardy Review For use at the end of the play
Hamlet Themes Themes discussed in class
"How Many Years Hath the Dane?"- An examination of Hamlet's age
Film Viewing Guide for Hamlet's Soliloquy
Hamlet Online – etext of the entire play
Hamlet on iTunes - free audio download of Hamlet for your listening pleasure
A Short Course on Shakespeare's Hamlet Excellent study resource with questions and answers, commentary, and message board
Enjoying Hamlet Terrific website that gives in-depth explanation and analysis of each scene of the play, as well as discussion on the themes and background of Hamlet
Hamlet Online Another excellent Hamlet resource with links to all things Hamlet: summaries, study guides, film resources, humor, etc.
Bardfilm Commentary on films, plays and other media related to Shakespeare, including some humorous Hamlet links
Famous Hamlet Quotes A great study source for Hamlet tests! Can you explain why each is signficant?
Hamlet Jeopardy Review For use at the end of the play
Hamlet Themes Themes discussed in class
Vocabulary
Hamlet Vocabulary 1 Quizlet
Hamlet Vocabulary 1 Sentence Completion Quizlet Use the multiple choice option in the test for best results.
Hamlet Act 2 Vocabulary Quizlet
Hamlet Act 2 Sentence Completion Quizlet Use the multiple choice option in the test for best results.
Hamlet Act 3-5 Vocabulary Quizlet
Hamlet Act 3-5 Vocabulary Sentence Completion Quizlet Use the multiple choice option in the test for best results.
Hamlet Vocabulary 1 Quizlet
Hamlet Vocabulary 1 Sentence Completion Quizlet Use the multiple choice option in the test for best results.
Hamlet Act 2 Vocabulary Quizlet
Hamlet Act 2 Sentence Completion Quizlet Use the multiple choice option in the test for best results.
Hamlet Act 3-5 Vocabulary Quizlet
Hamlet Act 3-5 Vocabulary Sentence Completion Quizlet Use the multiple choice option in the test for best results.
Quiz and Test Preparation
Hamlet Review of Acts 1-2 pdf download — summaries of each scene
Hamlet 1-2 Quotes Quizlet use the quotes and answers to test your knowledge before the test
Hamlet Act 3-5 Quotes Quizlet use the quotes and answers to test your knowledge before the test
Structure of a Tragedy Quizlet
Famous Hamlet Quotes A great study source for Hamlet tests! Can you explain why each is significant?
Hamlet Jeopardy Review For use at the end of the play
Hamlet Review of Acts 1-2 pdf download — summaries of each scene
Hamlet 1-2 Quotes Quizlet use the quotes and answers to test your knowledge before the test
Hamlet Act 3-5 Quotes Quizlet use the quotes and answers to test your knowledge before the test
Structure of a Tragedy Quizlet
Famous Hamlet Quotes A great study source for Hamlet tests! Can you explain why each is significant?
Hamlet Jeopardy Review For use at the end of the play
MORE HAMLET STUDY RESOURCES
Hamlet Acts I-II Review Game Quotes & Answers
Shakespeare's Theater PowerPoint- Review for the Acts I-II Test (review information about the theater is embedded in the Quote Review!!!)
Hamlet Review of Acts 1-2 pdf download — summaries of each scene
Hamlet Vocabulary #2 ANSWERS
Acts I and II Smartboard Notes
Hamlet SB Notes Act I scenes i-iii
Act II SB Notes
Hamlet Vocabulary 3 Packet
Act Three Questions
Act III scene i- "To be or not to be" speech
Act III SB Notes & Independent Reading Essay Notes
Acts 3-5 Review Game Smartboard
Acts 3-5 Review Sheet
Acts 4-5 SB Notes- Use these to review for the test!!Hamlet Acts 3-5 Test
Hamlet Acts I-II Review Game Quotes & Answers
Shakespeare's Theater PowerPoint- Review for the Acts I-II Test (review information about the theater is embedded in the Quote Review!!!)
Hamlet Review of Acts 1-2 pdf download — summaries of each scene
Hamlet Vocabulary #2 ANSWERS
Acts I and II Smartboard Notes
Hamlet SB Notes Act I scenes i-iii
Act II SB Notes
Hamlet Vocabulary 3 Packet
Act Three Questions
Act III scene i- "To be or not to be" speech
Act III SB Notes & Independent Reading Essay Notes
Acts 3-5 Review Game Smartboard
Acts 3-5 Review Sheet
Acts 4-5 SB Notes- Use these to review for the test!!Hamlet Acts 3-5 Test
"Frick Claudius (Claudius is Not a Nice Guy)" -- A salty, irreverent tribute to the play, this video is sure to delight with its masterful lyrics and catchy refrain!!
Revisit Hamlet with this Friends-inspired movie!! You won't want to take a "break" from watching!!
A talented ensemble depicts myriad scenes from the play!! Laugh, cry, and cheer for the players!!
VOGUE: 40 Questions for Hamlet
Entertaining interviews with the cast of Hamlet!!
Entertaining interviews with the cast of Hamlet!!
Keep up with all the drama in this Kardashian-styled spoof of Hamlet!!! Featuring actresses extraordinaire, this highlight reel of important scenes is sure to amuse!!! Enjoy!!!
Witness the dexterous battle between Hamlet and Laertes in this stunning rendition of Act 5 scene ii!!!! A rousing round of applause to Jonathan, Deev, Joe, and Robert for their performances!!!
Wow!!! A seriously EPIC portrayal of Act 5 scene ii by Estelle, Palak, Jennifer, and Yena. Bravo, ladies!!! Watch for an especially intense fight scene!!!
Such a fun treat!! Watch the story of Hamlet unfold in a most creative way!! Thanks to Christine for a visual and auditory delight!!
hamlet real from Chris Lynch on Vimeo.
Here's Hamlet re-imagined in the style of The Office!
Thanks so much to the beauteous and creative Sarah, Michele, and Erini!!!
Thanks so much to the beauteous and creative Sarah, Michele, and Erini!!!
Enjoy Hamlet's quest through the musical stylings of Fiona!!! Beautiful voice and moving lyrics!!!
Which of the following is the best "To Be or Not to Be" soliloquy?
Vote and leave a comment justifying your position!
Vote and leave a comment justifying your position!
"Put Him to the Test" an original song based on Hamlet written and performed by TZ students Sonya Harrow and Annika Scilipote for their 10H Hamlet Creative Project! (Keep watching after the song is over for some behind the scenes fun with the girls!)
Hamlet Pinterest Page sample Pinterest posts
Hamlet Humor:
To Be or Not to Be – Sample Parodies
Hamlet's Facebook Page- Spoiler alert! Do not read until you've finished the play!
Patrick Stewart's Soliloquy on B A parody of the "To Be or Not to Be" speech courtesy of Sesame Street
Mystery Science Theater 3000 – Hamlet
To Be or Not to Be- Sample Parodies
"Green Eggs and Hamlet"
I ask to be or not to be.
That is the question I ask of me.
This sullied life, it makes me shudder.
My uncle's boffing dear sweet mother.
Would I, could I take my life?
Could I, should I end this strife?
Should I jump out of a plane?
Or throw myself before a train?
Should I from a cliff just leap?
Could I put myself to sleep?
Shoot myself or take some poison?
Maybe try self "immoloition"?
To shudder off this mortal coil,
I could stab myself with a fencing foil.
Slash my wrists while in the bath?
Would it end my angst and wrath?
To sleep, to dream, now there's the rub.
I could drop a toaster in my tub.
Would all be glad if I were dead?
Could I perhaps kill them instead?
This line of thought takes consideration –
For I'm the king of procrastination.
— Author unknown.
FILMS
David Tennant version of Hamlet
Kenneth Branagh version of Hamlet
AUDIO
Act II
Act III
Connect to my old Hamlet page here.
Characteristics of a Shakespearean Tragic Hero:
1. He must be a person of some stature or high position such as a king, general, or nobleman.
2. He must be basically a good person. He must matter to us and we must see him as a worthwhile person.
3. Because of his position, his actions usually have far-reaching effects.
4. He must possess a character trait or quality which under normal circumstances would be a virtue, but which under the
special circumstances of the play proves to be a fatal flaw.
5. Although a great man, he often shows promise of further greatness.
6. Frequently, he makes serious errors in judgement which lead him to committing the deed which begins his downfall.
7. He must be ultimately responsible for the deed which begins his downfall.
8. He usually makes further errors in judgement following his misdeed.
9. Often he has a distorted perception of, or is blind to, reality.
10. He frequently commits further crimes which precipitate his downfall.
11. He suffers both outwardly (isolation, alienation, attacks) and inwardly (tortured conscience).
12. He must elicit both pity and fear from the audience (catharsis).
13. Usually he recognizes his mistakes.
14. He must die.
Hamlet Humor:
To Be or Not to Be – Sample Parodies
Hamlet's Facebook Page- Spoiler alert! Do not read until you've finished the play!
Patrick Stewart's Soliloquy on B A parody of the "To Be or Not to Be" speech courtesy of Sesame Street
Mystery Science Theater 3000 – Hamlet
To Be or Not to Be- Sample Parodies
"Green Eggs and Hamlet"
I ask to be or not to be.
That is the question I ask of me.
This sullied life, it makes me shudder.
My uncle's boffing dear sweet mother.
Would I, could I take my life?
Could I, should I end this strife?
Should I jump out of a plane?
Or throw myself before a train?
Should I from a cliff just leap?
Could I put myself to sleep?
Shoot myself or take some poison?
Maybe try self "immoloition"?
To shudder off this mortal coil,
I could stab myself with a fencing foil.
Slash my wrists while in the bath?
Would it end my angst and wrath?
To sleep, to dream, now there's the rub.
I could drop a toaster in my tub.
Would all be glad if I were dead?
Could I perhaps kill them instead?
This line of thought takes consideration –
For I'm the king of procrastination.
— Author unknown.
FILMS
David Tennant version of Hamlet
Kenneth Branagh version of Hamlet
AUDIO
Act II
Act III
Connect to my old Hamlet page here.
Characteristics of a Shakespearean Tragic Hero:
1. He must be a person of some stature or high position such as a king, general, or nobleman.
2. He must be basically a good person. He must matter to us and we must see him as a worthwhile person.
3. Because of his position, his actions usually have far-reaching effects.
4. He must possess a character trait or quality which under normal circumstances would be a virtue, but which under the
special circumstances of the play proves to be a fatal flaw.
5. Although a great man, he often shows promise of further greatness.
6. Frequently, he makes serious errors in judgement which lead him to committing the deed which begins his downfall.
7. He must be ultimately responsible for the deed which begins his downfall.
8. He usually makes further errors in judgement following his misdeed.
9. Often he has a distorted perception of, or is blind to, reality.
10. He frequently commits further crimes which precipitate his downfall.
11. He suffers both outwardly (isolation, alienation, attacks) and inwardly (tortured conscience).
12. He must elicit both pity and fear from the audience (catharsis).
13. Usually he recognizes his mistakes.
14. He must die.
The above evidences the popular idea of a revenge mentality in Elizabethan times.