Immerse yourself in the world of Shakespeare in this exciting celebration marking the 400th anniversary of his First Folio — the first collection of Shakespeare’s plays published in one volume.
Immerse yourself in the world of Shakespeare in this exciting celebration marking the 400th anniversary of his First Folio — the first collection of Shakespeare’s plays published in one volume.
Discover the stories behind Shakespeare’s plays and witness how the works of the most famous English playwright in history have been reimagined across generations.
The display features the Library’s significant Shakespeare collection, including the only copy of the First Folio in Australia and a copy of each of the Second, Third and Fourth folios, all published in the 17th century after Shakespeare’s death.
See rare illustrations, books, and artefacts that informed and influenced Shakespeare, and discover how and why he continues to inspire creatives and audiences today.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Shakespeare or a curious newcomer, this is a must-see exhibition. With interactive displays and multimedia installations, visitors of all ages will enjoy this unforgettable meeting with of one of history’s greatest storytellers.
The Australian and New Zealand Shakespeare Association (ANZSA) is delighted to announce its next conference will be ‘Shakespeare beyond all Limits’ hosted by the University of Sydney from 7-9 December 2023.
ANZSA is now inviting proposals for scholarly papers and panels.
Maggie Patton is Head of Collection Acquisition and Curation at the State Library. She is responsible for managing the development of the Library's collections, leading research activities and curation programs that engage readers and visitors with the significant and unique collections. Maggie also undertakes research on the collections for exhibitions and publications and has particular expertise in rare books and maps.
Sarah Morley
Sarah Morley is a curator at the State Library. She has worked extensively with the Library’s archival and printed collections. Focussing on manuscripts, rare books and children’s literature, Sarah's work encompasses collection acquisition, access, promotion and interpretation. She has curated numerous exhibitions and displays for the Library, most recently 'Imagine …the Wonder of Picture Books'.
Dr Karen Attar
Karen Attar is Senior Librarian, Rare Books at the State Library. She is on secondment from her role as Curator of Rare Books and University Art at the Senate House Library, University of London, where she was involved in all aspects of rare book librarianship and play a prominent role in exhibitions.
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