Christopher Marlowe may have had a hand in writing "The Taming of the Shrew". Dr John V Nance, associate editor for The New Oxford Shakespeare: Complete Alternative Versions suggests Act 1 Scene 1 was by Marlowe. (The Guardian April 14th 2020) Read the article here
Welcome to the Marlowe Society
The Marlowe Society is a registered charity whose objects are to provide, develop and encourage the advancement of education for the public benefit in the field of Elizabethan literature, and that of Christopher Marlowe in particular. Here, you can learn more about the genius of Christopher Marlowe, engage with historians and fellow enthusiasts, participate in events to celebrate the life and works of Marlowe, and contribute to expanding our community.
Who is Marlowe?
Christopher Marlowe as poet and playwright was at the forefront of the 16th Century dramatic renaissance, a man to whom Shakespeare and others owe a huge debt of gratitude. He also led a full and intriguing life outside the theatre. Entangled in the outer reaches of the Elizabethan espionage web, Marlowe’s life is alleged to have ended prematurely in 1593 when, at just 29, he was reportedly stabbed to death in Deptford. Learn more about his life.
The Society
The Objects of The Marlowe Society are to present Christopher Marlowe in his true light as a great poet and playwright, the innovator of blank verse drama; to encourage the performance of his plays; to discuss and study Elizabethan and Jacobean literature with particular attention to Marlowe’s place in it; and to publish historically valid information about him based on research. Read more about the Society’s policy, including its position on the Shakespearean Authorship debate.
Join Us
Our website contains much information about Marlowe’s life and work, details about the Society and how to join, sample articles from the Society’s publications (the Journal and Research Journal), as well as news, and details of forthcoming events and meetings. Be a MarSoc member today!
Part of the Marlowe exhibition[/caption]
The Kit is housed in the 12th century former Poor Priests Hospital, and is both child- and adult-friendly. There are opportunities to interact with some of the exhibits through immersive activities such as trying on Elizabethan-style clothing, and watching presentations.
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Marlowe's Ghost Escape Room[/caption]
The Kit houses an escape room called Marlowe's Ghost. This is a race against time to escape from a locked room by deciphering clues.
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The former Poor Priests' Hospital[/caption]