We took this opportunity during Black History Month for the Upstart Crows to reach out and interview notable Shakespearean artists. Devon Glover was an educator in his home state of New York, but he is now known internationally as The Sonnet Man. He combines Shakespeare's poetry with hip-hop; engaging students all over the world. Glover grew up in Brooklyn, and has taught in New York and England, Canada, The Netherlands, Bermuda and Prague. He was kind enough to take time away from making music and talk to our own student Terence Wright. Below is a excerpt of their conversation:
Had a chance to see his show in nyc and it was fantastic!!! Uplifting and amazing bringing shakespeare to the youth through their own music.