Folger Shakespeare Library

Bring a friend to see “a truly powerful work of theatre" (Patrick Thomas, Talkin’ Broadway). Use code BOGO to buy one ticket and get another for performances June 9-21. Book by midnight on Monday, June 8 to save. 🎟️ at folger.edu/saved

The world premiere of "How Shakespeare Saved My Life," written and performed by Broadway star Jacob Ming-Trent, starts performances on the Folger stage on Tuesday, June 9! Here's what's coming up during the run of this propulsive one-man show.

Performances of "How Shakespeare Saved My Life" begin next week! Starting June 9, Jacob Ming-Trent takes us on a propulsive ride that reaffirms the power of language and music. 🎟️ at folger.edu

📷 : Jacob Ming-Trent, "How Shakespeare Saved My Life," Berkeley Rep Theatre, 2026. Photo by Kevin Berne.

Did you know that the oldest item in the Folger collection is about 2072 years old? It's a silver denarius of Julius Caesar (shown here on the side depicting a bust of Venus). It was purchased by Henry and Emily Folger in 1910 for $1.60. As we commemorate America's 250th, we're looking at the birthdays of some older collection objects. More on the Collation blog at the link in our comments.

🪙 : Call Number: Coin Env. 701