Stratford Celebrates Shakespeare's Birthday

The transcript discusses the enduring legacy of William Shakespeare, highlighting the 448th anniversary of his birth and the World Shakespeare Festival, which features 70 productions in various languages across the UK. The festival is part of the cultural buildup to the London 2012 Olympics, emphasizing Shakespeare as a significant cultural export. The transcript also touches on Shakespeare's global appeal, with an Iraqi theater company staging Romeo and Juliet in Baghdad. The narrative concludes with a reflection on Shakespeare's timeless impact and a tribute to his contributions to literature and culture.

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