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African-American Shakespeare Company

San Francisco, CA

Shakespeare in American Communities: Schools

FY2023

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Funds will be used to assist the creation of our Romeo and Juliet in America performance. It is a beacon for young talent considering that the story of Romeo and Juliet is introduced in middle or high school. We will be putting in school matinees for students to connect and experience Romeo and Juliet in a way they can connect to. the production will also include talk-backs and educational activity that will deepen their understanding of Shakespeare.

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