My Own Shakespeare
Margaret Drabble
May 16, 2012
Novelist Margaret Drabble reflects on a speech from A Midsummer Night's Dream, discussing its relevance to the English countryside and climate change, and shares a personal anecdote about Judy Dench.
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- Margaret Drabble's favorite piece of Shakespeare is Titania's speech from A Midsummer Night's Dream, which she finds deeply inspiring.
- The speech about ruined seasons in A Midsummer Night's Dream reflects concerns about climate change and highlights Shakespeare's ability to capture timeless concerns.
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Judy Dench's Influence on My Own Shakespeare Experience
During my time in school, I had the opportunity to witness Judy Dench's talent as an actress. From watching her play Tanya in a school production to seeing her in Peter Hall's Stratlonne rendition, I felt as though I was following her footsteps. The speech I've chosen for My Own Shakespeare is a powerful moment where Taitanya and Oberon meet in the woods and confront each other, expressing how their quarrels have affected the seasons of the Earth.
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