Horsepower with Heart Ep.6: Shakespeare & Horses with Actor Andrew Jarvis

Inscape Quest Podcast with Trudi Howley

Join us on an illuminating journey in the latest episode of Inscape Quest. We delve deep into the realm of Shakespearean text, analysing its recurring equestrian references. Our guest for this episode is none other than Andrew Jarvis, a distinguished British actor widely respected for his roles in Shakespearean theatre.

In an intimate discussion, Jarvis shares his profound admiration for Shakespeare's language, drawing from the historically significant Shakespearean Equestrian Collection established by Cuchullaine O'Reilly, this episode straddles the interplay between literature and the equestrian world. Jarvis beckons listeners on a voyage of discovery that just might reshape their perceptions of life itself.

This episode is an ode to the timeless relevance of Shakespeare's works, and how they continue to resonate with the present-day reality. Discover how Shakespeare's plays dissect the human condition, and portray an array of emotions and behaviors set against different cultural and political backdrops. Stay tuned to uncover Shakespeare's ingenious use of horses as a symbol, a motif that mirrors several aspects of human existence.

Whether you are a connoisseur of the written word, a horse enthusiast, or find yourself at the intersection of both, this conversation will stir your curiosity. From theoretical discussions about the physical attributes of horses inked in Shakespeare's works, to the metaphorical use of these majestic creatures to express raw human sentiment, this episode offers a rewarding exploration of how Shakespeare successfully intertwined equestrian elements into his evergreen narratives.

Prepare to immerse yourself in William Shakespeare's deep-seated fascination with horses and their recurrent symbolic presence in his timeless works. This thought-provoking conversation paints a detailed picture, touching on themes of power, beauty, freedom, and utility all intricately woven into the fabric of Shakespeare's works.

Listen in for a ride through the lens of Shakespeare's genius as we gallop through a world where literature and equestrian interests overlap in the most intriguing way.

Reference acknowledgements:

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www.horseandriderliving.co

Mabillard, Amanda. Shakespeare on Horses. Shakespeare Online. Aug.2013

Fatout, Paul. Roan Barbary. The Shakespeare Association Bulletin, Vol. 15, No. 2 (April, 1940)

https://www.opensourceshakespeare.org/concordance