While it's a great example of tolerance and acceptance, I don't see how this is a permanent solution to this issue. It shows that such tolerance requires putting yourself in other's shoes, which we can't always do.

I know there were certain speculations about Shakespeare's possible bisexuality? And if there were prohibitions around same sex interactions, I wonder how it was for Shakespeare during this time.

I do see parts of the Elizabethan aspects, but I felt it was more futuristic and majestical. I know the Midsummer play is meant to be fantastical so maybe it is the right mix of past and present. Maybe this is something we could discuss?

I found it so interesting how often the author used the term "lust" to describe the plot. Not only is the repetition slightly annoying, but it almost reduces the struggles down to teenage hormones and struggles with emotions. When in reality, it's more about a feeling of belonging and acceptance, not just sex.

The first thing I think of when I watched this scene was our first movie, Stagebeauty. I think we forget how different gender roles were hundreds of years ago, and especially during peak Shakespearian times. In the past it was due to power struggles, but now it seems to be more rooted in homophobia.

She is totally the conspiring character, or perhaps the engineer. She totally sets everything up literally for the play, but also for Timothy personally. I feel it's important for all students to have a teacher in high school who supports you and promotes your success.