ableist Richard III casting drama at the Globe: explained | why disability representation matters

open letter from Disabled Artists Alliance:
docs.google.com/document/d/1k...
full statement from Shakespeare's Globe and Michelle Terry: cdn.shakespearesglobe.com/upl...
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OHMYGOD HEY!
When Shakespeare's Globe announced that Michelle Terry would play Richard III in an upcoming production of the play of the same name, backlash ensued.
Terry, who is the venue's Artistic Director, is an able bodied actress, despite the character being disabled.
In today's news recap I'm explaining what has happened, talking through statements and open letters and sharing my thoughts on this casting controversy...
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00:00 | introduction
05:54 | the criticism of the casting
15:30 | the Globe's response
28:12 | history / context / thoughts
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