Tag Archives: Shakespeare

“Memphis Skyline” by Rufus Wainwright

A beautiful memorial song dedicated to Jeff Buckley
Posted on November 17, 2016 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Envy and deep respect are in perfect harmony in Rufus Wainwright‘s touching tribute song, “Memphis Skyline.” As a longtime fan of the late singer Jeff Buckley, Wainwright penned the tune to honor Buckley’s unexpected death at a young age. Today, it … Continue reading →

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How Does Social Media Affect the Way We Grieve?

Facebook, twitter and blogs become accepted forums for death and grief
Posted on April 9, 2014 by Christopher Hewitt (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A recent New York Times article, “An Online Generation Redefines Mourning”, opens with the story of a twenty-something who requested a picture of his mother sent through text message. That way, he wouldn’t have to identify her remains in person. … Continue reading →

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”So long as men can breathe or eyes can see, so long lives this, and this gives life to thee.”

- William Shakespeare
Posted on November 12, 2013 by Christopher Hewitt (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
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“Macbeth” by Shakespeare

Examining the meaning of life in Shakespeare's "Macbeth"
Posted on June 25, 2012 by Kelly Larsen (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

One of my favorite Shakespeare plays is Macbeth, and what’s stuck with me the most over the years is the title character’s soliloquy about life, in the play’s final act. The eloquent passage is cynical, but it makes an interesting … Continue reading →

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“On My First Son” by Ben Jonson

Ben Jonson's touching elegy is both tragic and optimistic
Posted on November 14, 2011 by Kelly Larsen (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

We’re all familiar with Shakespeare, but a lesser known contemporary of his is Ben Jonson, whose plays were more focused on satire. As comical as his stage plays were, however, Jonson actually suffered many tragedies in his lifetime, including the … Continue reading →

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“If I died right now I’d be completely happy, since I’ll probably never be as happy as this again in my life.”

- Othello
Posted on August 9, 2011 by Aurora Wells (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
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