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Article: Political turmoil in 'Julius Caesar' is relevant today

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JULIUS CAESAR, Salt Lake Shakespeare, Babcock Stage, Pioneer Memorial Theatre, through Aug. 15 (355-2787 or 581-7100). Running time: two hours, 10 minutes (one intermission).

Shakespeare's dramatic works (not counting the comedies) can be categorized primarily as "histories" and "tragedies" -- and "Julius Caesar" fits both. It's an Elizabethan spin on the politics and civil disorder in ancient Rome, with citizens and senators alike alarmed about political power and ambition.

In this election year, similar concerns are being voiced today (hopefully, with less bloodshed in the streets).

The title may be "Julius Caesar" -- and the Roman emperor who

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