Is Shakespeare in this movie? is an ode to the English teacher – a verbatim play that celebrates the complex work of teaching and the power of imagination to transform lives. Four teachers reflect upon their professional journeys, the emotional struggles they face working in schools, as well as the challenges and joys of working with students. Is Shakespeare in this movie? weaves some rough magic, conjuring Shakespearean characters and transporting audiences from the classroom into places dark, strange, and filled with wonder.