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“This is more than just the rebuilding of the Globe, creating some kind of monument to Shakespeare which he doesn't need. His books are his monuments. But this will be a major center for the study of Shakespeare in performance. We are making the only faithful effort to restore the theater in every…” quote by Sam Wanamaker
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“This is more than just the rebuilding of the Globe, creating some kind of monument to Shakespeare which he doesn't need. His books are his monuments. But this will be a major center for the study of Shakespeare in performance. We are making the only faithful effort to restore the theater in every respect as close to the original as possible.”

Sam Wanamaker

About This Quote

Source Speech: Opening of the modern Globe Theatre reconstruction, 1997

Rebuilding the Globe honors Shakespeare’s legacy through a functional space for performance, emphasizing that his works themselves are enduring monuments.

In simple terms: Create living tributes, not just static monuments.

Key Takeaway

Build functional spaces that celebrate art.

Themes

cultural preservation theatre arts historical reconstruction education

Mood

proud optimistic

Type

educational celebratory

When to use this quote

  • theatre productions
  • educational workshops
  • tourism
  • community events

Key Concepts

authenticity performance studies public engagement

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can modern venues respect tradition while staying safe?
  • What role does performance play in preserving literature?
A Different Perspective

Balancing historical accuracy with modern safety standards can be challenging.

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