Julius Caesar

Julius Caesar by Shakespeare is a historical tragedy set against the backdrop of ancient Rome. The play dramatizes the events leading to the assassination of Julius Caesar and the aftermath of the conspiracy. Julius Caesar is a great Roman general, whose rise to power sparks fear among the nobility. Brutus joins the conspiracy led by Cassius to assassinate Julius Caesar to prevent him from becoming a tyrant. Caesar's right-hand man Antony stirs up hostility against the conspirators and Rome becomes embroiled in a dramatic civil war. The play explores the complexities of ambition, loyalty, and morality. What is acceptable and honorable in the name of the greater good?

We discuss the plot, the characters, and the themes: What is easy to understand? What is difficult to understand? What do we take away from the play, the poetry, or the discussion?