the influence of shakespeare. XI GIRLS P5 an introduction into shakespeare dramatic irony: a character’s actions and intentions that are made known to the audience but not to the other character in the play imagery: visually descriptive or figurative language “I am in blood Stepp’d in so far that, should I wade no more Returning were as tedious as go o'er.” shakespeare’s impact on modern literature, theatre and pop culture shakespeare’s impact on modern music wary from the beatles to taylor swift traces of the power dynamics created within his play are present within margaret atwood’s work his phrases have worked his way into our language such as “break the ice” or “green eyed monster” the lion king is a popular example of how shakespeare has been unintentionally imitated within the movie while shakespeare’s dialogue and plots filter into modern dialect and film, the original works of shakespeare might lose their relevance the social and cultural impact of shakespeare. shakespeare’s exploration of social hierarchies, gender roles, and the consequences of discrimination resonates with the ongoing struggles for equality and social justice his works have transcended national boundaries and language barriers. and performances of his plays are celebrated worldwide, connecting people from diverse cultures and backgrounds through the shared experience of his stories thankyou.