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Naked Shakespeare, Acorn Productions' acting company dedicated to presenting the works of the Bard in non-traditional venues without sets, lights, and costumes, presents 'Poems of Passion' a 50-minute show comprising a series of Shakespeare's sonnets and love poems by many other authors spanning the years from Sappho to Carol Ann Duffy. This fully-staged show runs approximately 50 minutes, and touches on all the different aspects of love, including infatuation, courtship, lust, marriage, and separation.

England's most storied rivalry takes center stage at Folger Theatre in Friedrich Schiller's classic drama Mary Stuart from tonight, January 27- March 8, 2015.

Below, watch a sneak peek at the next episode of The CW's REIGN. The series returns tonight, January 22nd at 9/8c on The CW.

Donizetti's MARIA STUARDA is a chamber piece blown up to grand opera proportions. That was the takeaway from the new production--that centers on a fictional battle royal between Elizabeth I (Elisabetta) and her cousin Mary (Maria) Stuart, better known as Mary, Queen of Scots--at Barcelona's historic opera house, the Liceu. It stars the sensational Maria of American mezzo Joyce DiDonato, the highly charged Elisabetta of Spanish mezzo Silvia Tro Santafé and Mexican tenor Javier Camarena's sonorous Roberto.

On Tuesday, February 3 at 7:30 pm, the O.B. Hardison Poetry Series at the Folger Shakespeare Library continues its 46th season with a reading by two voices from the world of British poetry and theatre—Simon Armitage and Peter Oswald. The post-reading conversation will be moderated by Paul Smith, Director of the British Council, USA. Tickets for this event are $15 and can be purchased at the Folger Box Office at 202.544.7077 or by visiting www.folger.edu/poetry.

England's most storied rivalry takes center stage at Folger Theatre in Friedrich Schiller's classic drama Mary Stuart from January 27- March 8, 2015.

Below, watch a sneak peek at the next episode of The CW's REIGN. The series returns Thursday January 22nd at 9/8c on The CW.

On the Mid-Season Finale of The CW's REIGN titled "Mercy", in the aftermath of an attack on the castle, a blood-thirsty Francis (Toby Regbo) makes a startling decision

This Christmas the Tron are triply-excited, because we welcome back Scotland's Prince Of Panto, Johnny McKnight -- not only as writer and director, but as outrageous dame Kristine Cagney Kringle in our brand-new, side-splitting, Weegie-fied version of the heart-warming Christmas classic Miracle On 34th Street: Miracle on 34 Parnie Street.

This Christmas the Tron are triply-excited, because we welcome back Scotland's Prince Of Panto, Johnny McKnight -- not only as writer and director, but as outrageous dame Kristine Cagney Kringle in our brand-new, side-splitting, Weegie-fied version of the heart-warming Christmas classic Miracle On 34th Street: Miracle on 34 Parnie Street.

REIGN hit season highs in total viewers (1.35M) and all key demos, with its most watched episode since 5/1 and best A18-34 (0.5/2) and A18-49 (0.5/1) since 5/8.

In light of Scotland's vote today on whether to continue their union with the rest of Britain or to leave the United Kingdom, members of the famed D'Ysquith family from Broadway's A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER have weighed in on Scottish Independence. See what they had to say below!

Toby Regbo speaks about his character 'Francis' in a new clip titled 'Seize the Throne.'

Below, watch the trailer for Season 2 of The CW's REIGN, which premiered at the 2014 San Diego Comic Con!

The Dallas Opera is delighted to bring the hottest young couple in opera back to North Texas for a ravishing recital in a fabulous new venue for TDO: the Eisemann Center. These acclaimed American artists, soprano Ailyn Pérez (Don Giovanni) and tenor Stephen Costello (Moby-Dick) will perform selections from their newly released Warner Classics CD, Love Duets.

CBS Television Studios will introduce a team of brilliant misfits, let a few Chester's Mill-ers out of the Dome and make way for a royal arrival with back-to-back panels at Comic-Con 2014

The CW Network will strategically roll-out its Fall 2014 launch this October with two highly anticipated new series, THE FLASH and JANE THE VIRGIN, joining returning favorites.

The internationally-renowned, award-winning Propeller Theatre Company today announced actor Lewis Hart as the winner of the second Jill Fraser Award.

By land, sea, and air, women have traveled the globe, blazing a trail of exploration, discovery and empowerment. This illustrated guide of explorers tells the incredible stories of the women who went against all odds to see the world and go beyond the limits set by their times. The second title in Lisa Graves' Women in History series, "Trail Blazers" is an indisputable resource for today's children telling stories not only of well known female explorers like Amelia Earhart and Sacagawea but also of some of the lesser known influential women from the past. Learn about Nellie Bly, a groundbreaking investigative journalist who defied social norms and traveled the world in 72 days. Read about Sophie Blanchard, an aeronaut who crossed the Alps in her beautifully painted balloon. The journey began when Lisa Graves took her love of history and art and created the successful blog, History Witch. 'It's hard to believe that what started out with a map of Mary Queen of Scots life has led to so many wonderful opportunities. I feel extremely lucky to be able to share the stories of these extraordinary women,' says the author. Lisa grew up in Norfolk, MA, went to Bishop Feehan High School in Attleboro, MA and then on to San Diego Advertising Arts School. She has been a professional illustrator for over 15 years developing books, gift products, and creating installation art for corporate clients. Lisa is the author of the children's book History's Witches. Available June 9, 2014 ISBN-13: 978-1623955793 ISBN-10: 1623955793

The CW Network presented its 2014-15 broadcast schedule today to advertisers, affiliates and national media at New York City Center in New York City.

On the Season Finale of The CW's REIGN titled "Slaughter of Innocence", when the King's madness and cruelty reaches a fevered pitch, Mary and Francis take action.

For the first time in 40 years Vancouver audiences will experience the magnificence of Verdi's spectacular masterpiece, Don Carlo, the emotionally gripping drama of a king's brutal power and a son's brash rebellion. With formidable orchestral forces, a massive chorus and a powerhouse international cast, VO's final – and biggest – production of 2013-2014promises to be this season's most explosive experience yet!

On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled "Long Live the King" - Mary (Adelaide Kane) and Catherine (Megan Follows) form an unlikely alliance

Scenic designer, writer and professor, MARJORIE BRADLEY KELLOGG, and costume designer DEBORAH M. DRYDEN are among the 2014 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients. The awards will be presented at a ceremony tonight, May 2, at 6:30pm, at the Hudson Theatre (145 West 44th Street).

On the next episode of The CW's REIGN titled "Higher Ground", Mary enlists a mercenary to help her, which forces her to realize there are sacrifices and lives she is willing to risk to save her country.