Richard Schoch

Richard Schoch is a Professor at Queen's University Belfast's School of Arts, English and Languages, specializing in theatre historiography, Shakespeare in performance, and cultural history. He leads major research initiatives like the AHRC-funded 'Performing Restoration Shakespeare' (2017-2020), collaborating with Shakespeare's Globe and Folger Shakespeare Library. His work includes acclaimed monographs such as Writing the History of the British Stage, 1660-1900 (2016) and Shakespeare's House (2023). Schoch has received prestigious awards including the Leverhulme Fellowship and Royal Irish Academy membership.

Research Interests: Schoch's work spans Restoration theatre, Victorian melodrama, and performance historiography. He explores how historical contexts shape theatrical practices, particularly through practice-based research. His recent focus includes Sir William Davenant's contributions to early modern theatre and Sondheim's cultural impact.

Grants & Projects: He secured £1.2M+ through AHRC grants, directing projects at Shakespeare's Globe and Folger Library. His work bridges academia and public engagement, with numerous media appearances and YouTube videos viewed over 40,000 times.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with international scholars via the 'Performing Restoration Shakespeare' network, editorial boards of Shakespeare Quarterly, and Folger Institute.