Shakespeare and Veterans

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Shakespeare Decoded

Shakespeare Dallas

12 episodes

1 week ago

The social issues of Shakespeare's day which are featured in his plays (class division, racism, sexuality, intolerance, etc...) are still the burning issues in today's dysfunctional global society. This new and exciting podcast series will explore these social issues, connecting them straight from the page to our modern world. Each episode features panelists from all over the country sharing their expertise as we explore our humanity using Shakespeare as a cornerstone.

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Shakespeare and Veterans

Shakespeare Decoded

36 minutes 36 seconds

3 years ago

Shakespeare and Veterans

What does Shakespeare have to teach us about the veteran experience? Join host Brian Wilson (Founder, combatandclassics.org) and guest Stephan Wolfert (Founder, decruit.org) as they discuss their transition from active duty US Military to civilian life, trauma, breath, community and Macbeth. This episode contains discussions of trauma, suicide, and addiction. please take care while listening.

Stephan Wolfert (US Army, ’86-’93, Medic & Infantry Officer) left a career in the military for a life in the theatre after seeing Shakespeare’s Richard III. He received his Master of Fine Arts degree from Trinity Repertory Conservatory in Providence, Rhode Island. He has written four original plays and four adaptations of Shakespeare from a military Veteran’s perspective. He also has ten scientific journals published, has contributed to two book chapters in the scientific field, and is currently completing two books. He frequently writes, lectures and is interviewed for his work known as DE-CRUIT®: a program to reintegrate military Veterans using Shakespeare and science. The organization he runs and the performances of his Shakespeare adaptations combine to share his passion for the idea that while we are very good at recruiting people into the military, we are far less skilled at de-cruiting them back into civilian life.