2011 Schools Guide - Stratford Festival

A student says:
"Everything about the Shakespeare School was spectacular.
lt was life-changing."
The Shakespeare School
The Shakespeare School is a residential summer theatre
intensive for all types of students from curious performers to
emerging artists. For one week (Grades 8 and 9), two weeks
(Grades 10 to 12) or three weeks (Grades 11 and 12), young
people are thrust into a rigorous schedule of workshops,
discussions, rehearsals and playgoing.
Shakespeare School students participate in daily classes
(Monday to Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) under the direction
of Stratford Shakespeare Festival artist-educators and
professional teachers and directors. They also meet members
of the Festival’s acting company and coaching staff in master
classes and discussions. Each day is varied, fast-paced and
exciting, with a focus on ensemble. Each session culminates
in a final presentation that allows students to demonstrate
what they have learned.
The Shakespeare School combines focused instruction with
a commitment to teamwork and the individual student’s
self-confidence and creativity, all in the picturesque setting
of Stratford and North America’s leading classical theatre.
Tuition includes tickets to plays, chaperoned dormitory
accommodation and all meals.
For further details including dates and application process,
please visit stratfordshakespearefestival.com/shakespeareschool
or contact the Education Department (see page 2).
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