An exploration of the haunting figure at the heart of one of William Shakespeare’s most famous plays.

Gain critical communication skills in writing and public speaking with this introduction to American political rhetoric.

An exploration of the magnetic and ambivalent character of Shylock in William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice.

Learn about Claudio Monteverdi’s L’Orfeo, one of the first operas ever written.

Discover Handel’s Messiah in this installment of First Nights, which will explore five masterpieces of western music.

Learn about Beethoven’s monumental 9th Symphony and forms of orchestral music.

Explore acts of storytelling in Shakespeare’s Othello alongside world-class artists who interpret Othello’s story in new forms...

Learn the fascinating history of Igor Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring, one of the most challenging and rewarding ballets ever...

Justice, one of the most famous courses taught at Harvard College, is an introduction to moral and political philosophy, offering...

Explore a selection of Shakespeare's later plays.

Examine the concept and history of the freedom of the press in the United States.

An introduction to major works in English literature from Beowulf up to the eighteenth century

Examine the politics of the Middle East through a variety of topics

How do we manage issues of race, ethnicity, and immigration in a polarized political era?

Examine the multifaceted ways in which racial and ethnic identity has been represented in American film