Dr. Sean Mcevoy

Biography

Sean McEvoy is a fellow at Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge, where he teaches early modern drama and tragedy. He completed his undergraduate studies at Christ's College, Cambridge, and earned a Master’s degree from the University of Sussex followed by a PhD from Royal Holloway. He has several years of experience teaching sixth-form English, Classical Civilization, and Theatre Studies in Brighton. McEvoy has been recognized as a Fellow of the English Association. His research interests focus on early modern drama, particularly theatricality, along with contemporary British and Irish theatre, the history and theory of tragedy, and materialist criticism. As a graduate supervisor, he guides students in exploring these key areas in their studies. McEvoy has published several notable works, including 'Shakespeare: Basics', 'William Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’: Sourcebook', and 'Ben Jonson: Renaissance Dramatist', demonstrating his expertise and contribution to the field.

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