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Celebrate the bard at the South Dakota Shakespeare Festival

William Shakespeare, depicted in this 17th century painting, penned his sonnets on parchment. Now his words have found a new home ... in twisting strands of DNA.
Attributed to John Taylor
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National Portrait Gallery
A 17th century portrait of William Shakespeare.

This interview originally aired on In the Moment on SDPB Radio.

According to Rebecca Bailey, the works of William Shakespeare shouldn't feel like homework.

Bailey is the interim artistic director at the South Dakota Shakespeare Festival and joins In the Moment to talk about finding the fun in the bard's 400-year-old plays and sonnets.

She also previews the weeklong festival's events and special guest artist.

Learn more about the festival.

Jackie Hendry is a special correspondent with SDPB based in Sioux Falls. Her coverage interests include the many ways public policy impacts child welfare, elder care, health and education.
Ellen Koester served as a producer of "In the Moment," SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.