Plans & Pricing
We’re in free, open beta. The first scene of every play is free to read right now, and the full plays are coming soon. The prices below are what they’ll cost at launch — nothing is for sale yet. Join the waitlist and you’ll be first to know.
Any one play
$3.99
one-time purchase
Any three plays
$10.99
one-time purchase
Any six plays
$17.99
one-time purchase
Every play includes:
- A full overview — plot synopsis, historical context, themes, and why the play matters
- The original text side by side with a modern translation
- Meaning, etymology, and context revealed with a click
- Per-act and per-scene synopses, so you never lose the thread
- Study mode: hide the translation and test yourself against the original
- Adjustable text size and dyslexia-friendly reading fonts
Prices shown in US dollars. Every plan is a one-time unlock, not a subscription — you choose which plays you want, and the first scene of every play stays free for everyone, always. Mobile apps for iOS and Android are on the way.
Are you a teacher?
Shakespeare Explained works as well for a classroom as for a single reader. Tell us about your needs and we’ll sort out pricing that fits.
Get in touchBe first to read the full plays
Leave your email and we’ll tell you the moment full plays go live — and you can help us choose which to release first.
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