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Shakespeare is an Idiot
This is a really entertaining show! The show is presented as a small theatre group visiting an English class to perform scenes from some of Shakespeare's best known plays (it ends up having a bit of a sketch-feel). English teacher Mr. Marlowe is rude and skeptical (saying some of the very things we've all thought but have been too embarrassed or respectful to say), interrupting the overly dramatic performers to their grave dismay. It's clear that those who performed and contributed to the show actually know their Shakespeare quite well, and it's also clear that they're having a great time as they parody those who take Shakespeare too seriously (or not seriously enough). It all makes for great fun (I especially loved the "Othello" bit!) and the ending is great!