Shakespeare Brings Male Prisoners Together

This article and photo essay in the Christian Science Monitor tells the story of male inmates coming together and "transforming their lives" through acting. While females in prison are offered more in the way of social support, males are often left to their own devices (and survival). Shakespeare Behind Bars appears to be trying to break through all that. Not that it's been easy: Previous wardens were not all supportive of Curt's efforts, and the current warden admits his program probably wouldn't be around if it cost anything. Curt raises money to pay for costumes, and volunteers his time. He says he does it because acting can transform lives - particularly those of prisoners. The program is, of course, controversial, but the article does present it as bringing an element of humanity back to these men. Make sure you check out the photo essay.

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