Didn't see a play, but the building's design (outside and in) is worth it. The exhibit was clear and graphically appealing. The theatre is incredible. Can't wait to return, if not just to see how Ms. Nicole lights up when she talks of her gorgeous and dramatic workspace.
Good library and nice, albay small, exhibition. Watch a play as the room is small and you are close the the stage.
Came to see the new Third Rail show : Confection which gives you intimate acess to the Library's many "off limits" rooms and its a lovely place w lots of isory, many of them early editions of Shakespeare's classics
The exhibition hall is excellent - it s not big so you can get through it quickly but it s packed with great content AND there s stuff for kids to do as well. There s also a theatre here and if you don t want to sit down for a while play there s a TV outside the entrance for casual visitors to get a...
I had the best time there I have to play dress up and takes pictures total and bass my kids but it was worth it what side of the building is absolutely gorgeous the toys start at 11 but one and I believe again at 3 so next time I go I'll definitely take a shower because you're kind of limited to wha...
"Partial View" is an understatement. Expect a 3-foot-wide wooden column sitting a foot in front of your face. I felt cheated and was surprised the organization would even sell such seats.
Whoever wrote the program notes and synopsis of Henry IV has no grasp of the public, or of accessible/coheren...
Definitely worth a visit, even if you are not a huge Shakespeare fan. Lots to see and learn.
I had a chance to visit this library. Most of the collection is viewed by arrangement prior to visiting.
For legitimate research purposes, volumes are available for personal viewing.
A visit to the mini-Globe stage enabled us to sit in as initial rehearsals for one of the Henry plays ( I forget ...
Looks nice, but watch out, across the street is a courthouse with a known criminal :)
This place is a little gem. Who knew there was an unpretentious, high quality juice place in DC? Owned by a former aeronautical engineer (!) whose mother founded the business after being diagnosed with breast cancer, this place hires from the community and serves all natural, fresh pressed juices an...
A great place to learn more about the Bard and fully experience the concept of "all the world's a stage"
Cool building but I wish you could use the reading room for reading... Seems like the perfect place for a rainy afternoon with a book
I'm not terribly familiar with their collection, but I do go to the Folger Theatre on a regular basis for their spectacular performances of Shakespeare plays. Always top-notch acting and set design for a generally reasonable price (especially if you are a subscriber). I highly recommend checking it ...
This is probably going to be the most random review I've ever written but I want to share this story. I visited 8 years ago when I was 19. I was on a trip with my family and I was dying to go here. My dad walked the very long walk with me to the library. This was before everyone had smart phones so ...
What an unexpected treat. Tour was so informative and engaging. Both my 12 and 20 year old were captivated learning how Shakespeare has impacted the English language and theater. A real gem.
For a non-profit they have a strange way of ignoring people who offer to volunteer! I guess they're 'snooty'... shame because they have a lot to offer :-(
I was able to get a tour of the reading room recently which was a delight. The Elizabethan architecture was grand and viewing the paintings in the next room was great fun as well. In the public exhibit which can be enjoyed without a reservation, there's a folio on display as well as other printed bo...
I wasn't familiar with this museum. But I had gone to the Library of Congress, several weeks ago, and the location appeared to be close.
I arrived upon this huge marble structure. A Security Officer greets me as I approach the entrance. I enter, I'm immediately drawn into the Great Hall, to The Fi...
Polite and informative staff. Cool place to learn a little about Shakespeare.
I visited the Painting Shakespeare exhibition and got to view the theatre. There were fun props where you could reenact scenes. Really nice place to stop by. Staff was friendly.
Such a lesser known gem in the city! We stopped in today, and had no idea it was in the city. The exhibit in the bookmaking process was very interesting and informative, and the docents are polite and eager to answer questions. We didnt have enough time to do the full library tour today, but will de...
"Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them."
If you're a fan of the Bard, the Folger Shakespeare Library and Theatre is the place to be. I studied Shakespeare in both high school and college, and I've always enjoyed reading his plays. So of course when ...
Awful! Give you seats from which you hardly see the stage. I had to leave before the show, and no one offered to give me my money back.
Excellent exhibits! We really enjoyed the play. The historical information from Shakespeare's Era!
Lovely building , especially if you get the VIP tour where you can see original first editions of Shakespeare's finest. The smell of the old books does indeed smell of a rich moehegemy and dang it..I liked it ! Incidentally, we also checked out the Third Rail show : Confection and adored it.
I see everything on the Folger s schedule unfailingly compelling productions in charming environs. There isn t a bad seat in the house, including the partial view seating in the balcony.
For years, I've walked by Folger Shakespeare Library admiring its impressive Greek style building, but never thinking to go in. This past week, I rectified that and went on a tour of their exhibit. It's very small, but well worth the 30-60 minutes spent. Here's why:
1) The staff are very friendly...
I am by no means a fan of Shakespeare, but I decided to stop by and have a look during my recent trip to DC. The interior design with dark wood paneling is amazingly beautiful! The theater is designed to give the feel of watching a play at Shakespeare's Globe.
Driveway is blocked by improperly parked cars. Security ( Alpha S. ) is rude and unprofessional. I had to drop off one of their gests who had a hard time walking. He asked me to drive him as close as possible to the entrance. Because of the blocked driveway, I couldn't do so. Asked their security ...
Shakespeare's Birthday Party is our annual tradition. We come to enjoy fun, family activities, learn more about the Bard and have some cake. I especially appreciate the effort in making Will not boring to the younger audience through their month family programs and on-stage skits, activities. I do w...
If you like Shakespeare then you need to stop here.
Cervantes or Shakespeare.... endless and amazing discussion