Educated Imagination Week

Inspired by Northrop Frye’s Massey Lecture, “The Educated Imagination,” this series, hosted by producer and broadcaster Garvia Bailey, explores how arts education shapes lifelong learners, fosters critical thinking and nurtures future generations.

"God, I Hate Shakespeare": Teaching Shakespeare in the 21st Century

Why do some students treat learning Shakespeare like eating their vegetables? While widely celebrated, the study of Shakespeare has come under increasing criticism, raising questions about relevance. How can we foster a genuine connection to his work for young people today? Is it time for someone else to be on top? This panel will bring together innovative educators and artists who are reimagining how to teach Shakespeare.