Dead Man Walking

Dead Man Walking was a moving theatre performance that only reinforced my opinion that the death penalty was wrong. One of the most enjoyable aspects of this performance was that the play looked at all sides which referred to the emotions and aspects of the death penalty. It reached out to all of those who were directly and indirectly affected by the death penalty. It showed emotions on all side of the spectrum, from anger to hurt and confusion. This play had in depth understanding of the death penalty and the ways in which it affected people in society. In essence this play has showed me how anyone invovled with the accused and the victim of the accused is affected. It showed how the death penalty still hurt people after death; even though it was supposed to bring relief.

It is extremely important that rarely discussed but prevalent issues such as the death penalty are brought into course acitivites and assignments. It is necessary that these sensitive issues are discussed in a challanging way that cause students and even faculty to look at their previous opinions and stance on the topics. Not only will this make for a better educated youth of America but leave room for intelligent debate.