Timely Shakespeare: Two Tragedies and Two Comedies with Lynne Agress, PhD

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Lifelong Learning Logo Course Title: Timely Shakespeare: Two Tragedies and Two Comedies

Instructor: Lynne Agress, PhD

Brought to you by Odyssey

March 23, 2026 - April 27, 2026 (6 Sessions)

Mondays, 6:30PM ET - 8:30PM ET

Virtual via Zoom

Course Description: Dive into four of Shakespeare’s most compelling masterpieces—Hamlet, Othello, The Taming of the Shrew, and Twelfth Night. Through guided discussion and close reading, we’ll explore the complex characters, poetic brilliance, and universal themes that make these plays endlessly relevant. From jealousy and ambition to love and disguise, Shakespeare’s insights into human nature continue to illuminate our world today.

*Top Rated Instructor*

Join us for a Bonus Odyssey Excursion!

Experience one of Shakespeare’s most gripping tragedies on Sunday, May 31st at 2PM with a special Odyssey excursion to see Othello at the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, DC. Directed by Simon Godwin and starring the electrifying Wendell Pierce (Elsbeth, The Wire) as Othello, this production delves into the devastating power of language, manipulation, and jealousy. Enrolled Odyssey participants of Timely Shakespeare with Lynne Agress can enjoy this bonus outing for just $45 (regularly $100). Your course confirmation will include a link to purchase tickets at this special rate.

Explore more learning opportunities and upcoming courses by visiting our SPRING 2026 Odyssey Virtual Catalog.

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100% refund: Prior to the start of the course and after the first class.
No refunds: After the first week of each course unless in exceptional cases.

For single-session courses:
100% refundable within two (2) business days of the event.

Please note, refunds apply only to the tuition portion of an Odyssey participant’s charges and are not applicable to any fees or gifts made to the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association. Registrants will be notified by email if a refund is approved within five (5) business days.

ABOUT Lynne Agress

Lynne Agress, Ph.D., has taught at Johns Hopkins University, Smith, and Goucher Colleges, and the University of Maryland. She was president of BWB-Business and Legal Writing, Inc. and still conducts writing and editing workshops for companies. She is the author of THE FEMININE IRONY and WORKING WITH WORDS, as well as numerous articles in magazines and newspapers. For the past 10 years, she has been writing opinion pieces for THE BALTIMORE SUN.

Event Date
Starts:
Monday, March 23, 2026
6:30pm EDT

Ends:
Monday, April 27, 2026
8:30pm EDT

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Ticket Options

	General Registration	$
	JHU Alumni (all divisions) 50% discount. Alumni status will be confirmed.	$
	Faculty, Staff, or Retiree of Johns Hopkins University 80% discount. Employment status will be confirmed.	$
	University Spouse/Domestic Partner 50% discount. Employment status of Spouse/Domestic Partner will be confirmed.	$
	Shakespeare Theatre Company: Othello Show tickets will be held at WillCall Box Office under the name provided in the registration.	$

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Timely Shakespeare: Two Tragedies and Two Comedies with Lynne Agress, PhD

Join us for a Bonus Odyssey Excursion!

Explore more learning opportunities and upcoming courses by visiting our SPRING 2026 Odyssey Virtual Catalog.

Johns Hopkins Tuition Remission Policies

Johns Hopkins Hospitals and Medical Institutions: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/human-resources/benefits/tuition-assistance

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory: https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers/professional-development

Select the correct ticket pricing during registration. If we cannot confirm your university eligibility, you will be requested to pay the full registration price for each course. Complete eligibility details can be found here.

Withdrawals & Refunds:

100% refund: Prior to the start of the course and after the first class.

No refunds: After the first week of each course unless in exceptional cases.

For single-session courses:
100% refundable within two (2) business days of the event.

Please note, refunds apply only to the tuition portion of an Odyssey participant’s charges and are not applicable to any fees or gifts made to the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association. Registrants will be notified by email if a refund is approved within five (5) business days.

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Timely Shakespeare: Two Tragedies and Two Comedies with Lynne Agress, PhD

Join us for a Bonus Odyssey Excursion!

Explore more learning opportunities and upcoming courses by visiting our SPRING 2026 Odyssey Virtual Catalog.

Johns Hopkins Tuition Remission Policies

Johns Hopkins Hospitals and Medical Institutions: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/human-resources/benefits/tuition-assistance

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory: https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers/professional-development

Select the correct ticket pricing during registration. If we cannot confirm your university eligibility, you will be requested to pay the full registration price for each course. Complete eligibility details can be found here.

Withdrawals & Refunds:

100% refund: Prior to the start of the course and after the first class.

No refunds: After the first week of each course unless in exceptional cases.

For single-session courses:100% refundable within two (2) business days of the event.

Please note, refunds apply only to the tuition portion of an Odyssey participant’s charges and are not applicable to any fees or gifts made to the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association. Registrants will be notified by email if a refund is approved within five (5) business days.

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