Is is here!

The Collected Works of Thomas Kyd: Volume Two.

Lovely to be able to hold the volume. Feels like the culmination of the formative years of my scholarly career.

6.99 Collecting Thomas Kyd: A Conversation with Darren Freebury-Jones YouTube video by The History Of European Theatre Podcast

In this brand new podcast episode with THE HISTORY OF EUROPEAN THEATRE I speak with the wonderful Philip Rowe about 'Collecting Thomas Kyd', the second volume of THE COLLECTED WORKS OF THOMAS KYD.

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To celebrate the publication of Vol 2 of the Collected Works of Thomas Kyd hear @freeburian.bsky.social and I discuss Kyd's work and influence on early modern theatre. Out now. #podcast #theatre #theatrehistory #thomaskyd

This was a really fun conversation. Delighted folk enjoyed.

Susan Dwyer Amussen and Darren Freebury-Jones Tickets & Tour Dates - Fane Join historian Susan Dwyer Amussen and scholar Darren Freebury-Jones for an evening exploring the communal world of early modern drama and the compelling evidence that confirms Shakespeare's authorshi...

Broadcasting 18.30 UK time TONIGHT!

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"Join historian Susan Dwyer Amussen and scholar Darren Freebury-Jones for an evening exploring the communal world of early modern drama and the compelling evidence that confirms Shakespeare's authorship."

OUT NOW: The Collected Works of Thomas Kyd: Volume Two 🎉 Published across 2 volumes, this is the first, complete, integrated corpus of this major Elizabethan writer and first critical edition of his collected works in over 100 years.

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Susan Dwyer Amussen and Darren Freebury-Jones Tickets & Tour Dates - Fane Join historian Susan Dwyer Amussen and scholar Darren Freebury-Jones for an evening exploring the communal world of early modern drama and the compelling evidence that confirms Shakespeare's authorshi...

This is tomorrow (and tomorrow and tomorrow).

Book to stream my conversation about Shakespeare with Susan Dwyer Amussen here.

www.fane.co.uk/susan-darren

Did Shakespeare and His Audiences Believe in Fairies? YouTube video by Shakespeare & Friends

ICYMI the latest episode of SHAKESPEARE AND FRIENDS, the #YouTube and #podcast series I co-host with Rachel Aanstad, 'Did Shakespeare and his audiences believe in fairies?', is available here.

Our April episode will cover a royally fascinating topic... 👑

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The paperback for SHAKESPEARE'S BORROWED FEATHERS is now available on Amazon.com for US readers.

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On 4 May I shall be speaking about my book SHAKESPEARE'S BORROWED FEATHERS at Tunbridge Wells Literary Festival.

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A lovely evening speaking on 'Shakespeare and Kingship' at the 1620s House and Garden in Leicestershire.

Susan Dwyer Amussen and Darren Freebury-Jones Tickets & Tour Dates - Fane Join historian Susan Dwyer Amussen and scholar Darren Freebury-Jones for an evening exploring the communal world of early modern drama and the compelling evidence that confirms Shakespeare's…

Join authors Susan Dwyer Amussen and Darren Freebury-Jones for an evening exploring the communal world of early modern drama and the compelling evidence that confirms Shakespeare's authorship. 🪶
Hosted by @faneproductions.bsky.social.
Find out more: www.fane.co.uk/susan-darren
#Shakespeare #booksky

Shakespeare's borrowed feathers: How early modern playwrights shaped the world's greatest writer. Freebury-Jones, Darren: share.google/RINLVrankaL0...

The Collected Works of Thomas Kyd: Volume Two (Studies in Renaissance Literature) Buy The Collected Works of Thomas Kyd: Volume Two (Studies in Renaissance Literature) by Vickers, Sir Brian, Freebury-Jones, Dr Darren, Dimmock, Matthew, Freebury-Jones, Dr Darren, Giddens, Eugene, Horsley, Dr Adam, Lovascio, Domenico, Owens, Dr Rebekah, Rayfield, Dr Lucy, Starza Smith, Daniel, Vickers, Sir Brian (ISBN: 9781843846956) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Shakespeare and Kingship - Darren Freebury-Jones Talk | 1620s House and Garden Darren Freebury-Jones grapples with the big questions Shakespeare raises in his history plays.

"Darren Freebury-Jones reveals why audiences flocked to see plays such as Richard III and Henry V, and explores how Shakespeare navigated tricky political terrain in presenting kingship on stage."

Tomorrow 👇

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There are some tickets available for my talk on Sunday, 'Shakespeare and Kingship', at the 1620s House and Garden in Leicestershire.

Seize them as swift as a Machiavellian powerseeker here:

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Superlative congratulations, Will! Very excited to read this major contribution to Middleton scholarship!

Excellent news to wake up to - my book has officially been sent to press! 😄 Now just to wait less than two months for publication day. I'm so excited to finally hold it in my hands.

There will be a book launch event - news forthcoming 😎

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Spent this morning delivering two sessions for A Level revision on The Tempest and King Lear.

I have some slots left for interactive outreach and online Shakespeare sessions for KS3–KS5 this academic year.

📩 For details or to book a session, email: darren_f.j@hotmail.co.uk

Enjoyed speaking with Susan Dwyer Amussen about Shakespeare and our respective books SHAKESPEARE'S BORROWED FEATHERS and WHAT’S IN A NAME.

You can book tickets to stream our conversation here: www.fane.co.uk/susan-darren

It is publication day for THE COLLECTED WORKS OF THOMAS KYD: VOLUME TWO. 🥳

I'm immensely proud of this edition and all contributors. This volume provides detailed cases for an expanded Kyd canon, including collaborations with Shakespeare.

Latest arrival!

Thanks so much to Amy McElroy for sending her book on Desiderius Erasmus. It looks copiously great!

Shakespeare and Kingship - Darren Freebury-Jones Talk | 1620s House and Garden Darren Freebury-Jones grapples with the big questions Shakespeare raises in his history plays.

1620shouse.org.uk/events/shake...

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Shakespeare at work: an interview with Darren Freebury-Jones How innovative research techniques reveal new insights into Shakespeare's working life among his fellow players and playwrights

Reposted to mark the paperback publication of his fascinating new book Shakespeare’s Borrowed Feathers, here's my interview with @freeburian.bsky.social exploring Shakespeare’s linguistic debts to his fellow playwrights.

Shakespeare at work: an interview with Darren Freebury-Jones How innovative research techniques reveal new insights into Shakespeare's working life among his fellow players and playwrights

"fascinating and revelatory"

Delighted to see the publication of my interview with Mathew Lyons to coincide with the paperback edition of SHAKESPEARE'S BORROWED FEATHERS @ManchesterUP

Read the interview here: Shakespeare at work share.google/VM3rzNR2Rbrm...

Did Shakespeare and His Audiences Believe in Fairies? YouTube video by Shakespeare & Friends

In the latest episode of 'Shakespeare and Friends' podcast series, Rachel Aanstad and I tackle the question:

'Did Shakespeare and his audiences believe in fairies?' 🧚‍♀️

Lend your eyes and ears here or wherever you get your podcasts:

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Books to look out for in April 2026 Explore April’s new books, including The Collected Works of Thomas Kyd, the music of Harry Partch, and a powerful refugee story.

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