Feel Quote by John Tiffany
“I have a personal issue with Shakespeare. When I first encountered him, he made me feel thick. Well, not him, but the productions I saw.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Theatre discussion, 2021
The speaker feels overwhelmed by Shakespeare’s productions, suggesting they are dense and hard to digest, leading to a sense of being “thick.”
In simple terms: Shakespeare’s plays feel heavy and confusing.
Key Takeaway
Seek simpler introductions or guided discussions to appreciate the work.
Themes
theatre
literature
accessibility
learning
interpretation
Mood
curious
frustrated
open‑minded
Type
critical
personal
reflective
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- first theater visits
- book clubs
Key Concepts
cognitive overload
cultural literacy
educational barriers
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of Shakespeare feel most inaccessible?
- How could you approach the material differently?
A Different Perspective
The feeling may stem from personal taste rather than the material’s inherent difficulty.
