Classic Drama
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Plays are meant to be spoken and heard. Here you'll find the texts, plus notes on performance and context from Marcus. Read them aloud, gather friends, or just imagine the stage.
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Editor's Picks
Hamlet
Shakespeare's most performed tragedy.
Oedipus Rex
Sophocles' tragedy of fate and truth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to see a play performed to understand it?
It helps, but reading aloud and imagining staging is enough to start.
Are all plays in the public domain?
Only plays published before the public domain cutoff are included.