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The Winter’s Tale; Act 3, Scene 2
Hermione
March 23, 2023
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For Miriam Laube, 16 is a magic number. 16 years at Oregon Shakespeare Festival and 16 years away from court in Winter’s Tale (for her featured character, Hermione). With a dash of humor and a fierce sense of self, Miriam has breathed life into countless Shakespeare characters both on stage and through Play On Podcasts. Finding the honor in Hermione was both a professional and personal journey.
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Below are two songs from Miriam inspired by Shakespeare!