Antony Cleopatra

Antony and Cleopatra are a tragedy by William Shakespeare. The play was first performed by the Kings Men at either the Blackfriars Theatre or the Globe Theatre in around 1607; its first appearance in print was in the Folio of 1623. Antony is torn between his duties as a Roman ruler and soldier and his desire to live in Egypt with his lover Cleopatra. This inner conflict leads him to become embroiled in a war with Caesar one of his fellow triumvirs. Antony & Cleopatra written around 1606 is one of Shakespeares great historical love stories. Antony is captivated by Cleopatra Queen of Egypt. Gossip and scandal lead to plots of murder and battles.