Children Quote by Damian Green
“Having ground my teeth at educational theorists who say Shakespeare is irrelevant to inner-city children, I was overjoyed to be there when a class of 12-year-olds who had studied Twelfth Night were asked if they wanted to see it performed. A forest of hands shot up.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Education conference, 2018
He defends Shakespeare's relevance, noting that inner‑city youth eagerly engage with classic drama when given the chance.
In simple terms: Shakespeare still matters to city kids.
Key Takeaway
Teach classics to all students.
Themes
education
literature
accessibility
Mood
enthusiastic
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- high school English class
- after‑school theater
- community workshops
- library programs
Key Concepts
cultural relevance
curriculum design
student engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do students respond positively to live performance?
- How can curricula integrate classics modernly?
A Different Perspective
Some may find Shakespeare outdated.
