Declaring Independence: The Language That Challenged an Empire

Description

More than a historical milestone, the Declaration of Independence is a masterful use of language.  This talk examines the Declaration of Independence as a bold piece of writing designed to persuade, provoke, and endure.  Blending rhetorical analysis with a full reading of the text, it brings the document to life as a spoken argument rather than a static artifact, and approaches the Declaration through the lens ofvoice, rhythm, and the enduring power of words.

Michael Langlois is a performer, lecturer, and storyteller with decades of experience on stage and off. He has directed across New England, and worked for over a decade with New London, Connecticut’s Flock Theatre serving as an Associate Artist, where he directed, acted, and taught classes.

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