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Hildy, Frank – Humanities, 1996
Discusses the efforts, problems, and controversies involved in the full-scale reconstruction of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. Critics question the cost and necessity while supporters proclaim its value as a monument to western civilization. The theater opens to a full season of plays in 1997. (MJP)
Descriptors: Authors, Building Design, Buildings, Construction (Process)
O'Brien, Peggy – Humanities, 1996
Describes the work of Peggy O'Brien and the Folger Shakespeare Library's Summer Institute. The Institute works with upper level secondary students helping them prepare scenes and performances of Shakespeare's works. Discusses some of the lessons learned during this process. (MJP)
Descriptors: Active Learning, Authors, Cultural Activities, Drama
Newlin, Louisa Foulke – Humanities, 1996
Examines the theme of adolescent maturation and growing responsibility in Shakespeare's "Henry IV, Part I." Uses excerpts from the play to illustrate key points in Prince Henry's developing sense of responsibility. Argues that this theme makes the play accessible and enjoyable for adolescents. (MJP)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Authors, Cultural Activities, Drama
Marsh, Ellen; Beatty, Mary Lou – Humanities, 1997
Profiles this year's winners of the Charles Frankel Prize, awarded to individuals who have stimulated and expanded public understanding of the humanities. The recipients are Rita Dove (poet), Doris Kearns Goodwin (historian/author), Daniel Kemmis (mayor/author), Arturo Madrid (professor), and Bill Moyers (television producer). (MJP)
Descriptors: American Dream, Authors, Awards, Biographies
Riechers, Maggie – Humanities, 1995
Celebrates 30 years of programs and projects funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Profiles 11 funded projects from the 1960s through the 1990s. These include the Talking about Books program, Center for the Study of Southern Culture, Ken Burns's documentaries, and The Library of America. (MJP)
Descriptors: Cultural Activities, Cultural Centers, Cultural Education, Cultural Enrichment
Hackney, Sheldon – Humanities, 1995
Presents an impassioned and cogent plea for supporting the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Corrects and answers many of the misconceptions concerning the NEH and effectively refutes the most repeated criticisms. Briefly describes some of the NEH's most popular and successful projects. (MJP)
Descriptors: Cultural Activities, Cultural Background, Cultural Education, Cultural Enrichment
Kaltenheuser, Skip – Humanities, 1991
Outlines projects organized by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council to celebrate the Bill of Rights bicentennial. Concentrates on a poster exhibit consisting of 12 panels depicting civil rights with accompanying essays. Stresses promoting the Bill of Rights' relevance to students' lives and the humanities role in teaching lessons from history and…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civil Liberties, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law
