An Interview With Curt Tofteland, Creator of “Shakespeare Behind Bars”

This week we are headed to prison… and you’re invited to tag along!

You won’t want to miss this fascinating interview with the man who created the award-winning and life-changing program, “Shakespeare Behind Bars,” Curt Tofteland.

How did Curt come up with the idea to take Shakespeare into the prisons? What process does he follow to build trust with the inmates and guide them to perform a Shakespearean play? What challenges, and also success stories, has Curt encountered over the years? And how has the program expanded to now include “Shakespeare BEYOND Bars”?

These are just a few of the many questions we discuss with Curt Tofteland, who will soon celebrate 30 years of working with this program, which is also the subject of an award-winning documentary. 

NOTE: This episode contains adult themes and descriptions of violence. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.

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