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The Soliloquy Project

The Soliloquy Project is a GVSF original podcast which will allow you to engage with both Shakespeare and the outdoors (our two favourite things!) while staying safe and socially distanced this winter. We've created audio-only performances of some of Shakespeare's best soliloquies, specially designed to be listened to 'on location' in a variety of spots around the Victoria area! Each performance will be accompanied by a more traditional podcast episode, featuring Artistic Director Karen Lee Pickett, and UVic Shakespeare scholar Dr. Erin Kelly, as they take you on an educational 'deep dive' into Shakespeare's text.

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Season 2, Episode 3: O Unhappy Youth

December 19, 2021 • Greater Victoria Shakespeare Festival • Season 2 • Episode 3

Season Two features soliloquies exclusively from Shakespeare's As You Like It. In Episode 3, Wendy Magahay performs Adam's “O Unhappy Youth”; a soliloquy from Act Two, Scene Three.

To listen on location, head to Craigdarroch Castle just off of Fort Street on Joan. Walk up the main driveway and head to the rear of the castle (the south side). Stand facing the castle and you'll see there's a rear entrance on your right. Walk toward it and you'll discover a few steps going down to the door. Tuck yourself into the stairwell and imagine you're waiting for someone very important to you to arrive. While you listen to the soliloquy, realize that those inside have no idea you're there.

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Don't forget to listen to Season Two, Episode 4 to learn more about this soliloquy!

Sound design and theme song by Taylor Lewis.

Thank you to the CRD for their continued and deeply valued support of the Greater Victoria Shakespeare Festival.