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Patrick Page Explores Shakespeare's Dark Villains at Seminar

1/18/2026

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Patrick Page presented a solo seminar, "All the Devils Are Here," at BroadStage in Santa Monica.
He argues that Shakespeare's early villains were outsiders, lacking introspection, and embodying pure malice.
Page highlights figures like Iago and Shylock to illustrate Shakespeare's complex portrayal of evil.
The production emphasizes the psychological depth of these roles and connects Shakespeare's themes to contemporary societal issues, urging audiences to reflect on their own darker impulses.

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Patrick Page presented a solo seminar, "All the Devils Are Here," at BroadStage in Santa Monica.
He argues that Shakespeare's early villains were outsiders, lacking introspection, and embodying pure malice.
Page highlights figures like Iago and Shylock to illustrate Shakespeare's complex portrayal of evil.
The production emphasizes the psychological depth of these roles and connects Shakespeare's themes to contemporary societal issues, urging audiences to reflect on their own darker impulses.