The Shakespeare Conference: SHK 23.071  Monday, 20 February 2012

From:        Colette Gordon < This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it >

Date:         February 20, 2012 6:05:15 AM EST

Subject:     Prison Shakespeare

The Shakespeare Conference: SHK 22.0352  

Jack Heller < jack This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it >

December 15, 2011 

Re: Radio Show

Dear Jack,

I know that NPR covered work with Hamlet done by the ITMSA (Independent Theatre Movement of South Africa) Shakespeare Literacy Project.  I believe that this is the only SA prison project so covered and think a Romeo and Juliet would be unlikely in any South African prison or youth detention centre.  

I’m working with the ITMSA on extending its work with Shakespeare in prisons. We're seeking similar projects in Africa and elsewhere, so I'll keep you posted.  In the meantime, http://theprisonartscoalition.com/ and especially prisontheatreconsortium.blogspot.com/ are good resources.  

Best, 

Colette Gordon

Lecturer

Department of English

University of Cape Town