Nora Johnson

Nora Johnson is a Professor in the Department of English Literature at Swarthmore College. She specializes in Renaissance drama, particularly Shakespeare and theater history, and explores interdisciplinary connections between early modern theater and contemporary performance forms.

• Research Focus: Shakespearean adaptations, Renaissance drama, vaudeville, burlesque, and American cultural history
• Contact: njohnso1@swarthmore.edu | (610) 328-8188
• Projects: Currently working on Laughing at Shakespeare: Vaudeville, Burlesque, and America's Shakespeareans

Her scholarship bridges historical periods, examining how Shakespeare's legacy evolves through popular entertainment traditions like vaudeville and burlesque. She teaches courses ranging from Milton to modern lesbian fiction, reflecting her broad interdisciplinary interests.