The Shakespeare Theatre Company

Master Acting Classes: Spring 2012

Tuition for all spring classes is $380. Spring classes run for a total of 10, two-hour sessions. All classes will be held at Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Rehearsal and Education Studios at 507 or 516 Eighth Street SE.

Register by Friday, March 2 to receive $25 off tuition! View registration information.
Last Day to Register is Friday, March 9."

*Due to changing rehearsal and performance schedules, our faculty is subject to change. All registered students will be informed if/when faculty changes.

Classes for Adults (ages 18 and up)

Acting Shakespeare

Saturdays, March 17 – May 19 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Instructor: Floyd King
Prior Experience: Strongly recommended

By closely examining Shakespeare’s texts, students investigate the complexities of the language and learn how to use spoken verse, stage movement and personal reflection to create a living character under the guidance of multiple Helen Hayes Award-winner and STC veteran, Floyd King. This experience with classical monologues and short scenes allows students to further develop their skills as actors.

Fundamentals of Scene Study

Saturdays, March 17 – May 19 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Instructor: Brett Scott
Prior Experience: Recommended, but not required

Ready to move past improvisation exercises and start chewing on some text? Plunge into scene work through in-depth text analysis, concentrated partner work and full investment in given circumstances! This class will help participants explore ways to activate both classical and contemporary texts in rehearsal and performance.

Shakespeare Monologue Workshop

Mondays, March 19 – May 21 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Dan Crane and Jenny Lord
Prior Experience: Strongly recommended

Students in this advanced course will have the opportunity to work with two different instructors (one actor and one director) in order to gain insight and skills for developing Shakespeare audition monologues. Please come prepared for the first class with a two-minute Shakespeare monologue in verse.

Under Direction

Mondays, March 19 – May 21 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Alan Paul
Prior Experience: Strongly recommended

Working under the guidance of STC’s Associate Director, Alan Paul, this course focuses on the works of Shakespeare from a director's perspective. Topics include text analysis, the staging of scenes, stage space, production concept and design. Class sessions will involve both discussion and lab work during which students analyze verse, stage scenes and critique or design productions. The course welcomes directors, actors and those with a literary interest in the works of William Shakespeare.

In the Moment

Tuesdays, March 20 – May 22 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Oran Sandel
Prior Experience: Not required

The art of improvisation is one we all practice every day. This class is offered as a way to add layers of mindfulness and technique to that skill set, thereby increasing confidence and communication skills, as well as enriching the quality of life. Through improvisational theatre experiences for the mind, body and voice, workshop participants will gain a deeper understanding of the role of imagination, playfulness and creativity in daily life. Anyone wishing to pursue improvisation and theatre performance will also find the skills taught in this class invaluable.

Acting for Business Professionals

Tuesdays, March 20 – May 22 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Vanessa Hope
Prior Experience: Not required

Whether it’s the boardroom or lunchroom, client or co-worker, maximize the potential of every meeting, presentation and negotiation in the business world! In a fun, comfortable, interactive environment, learn how to listen and communicate more effectively and become more relaxed, present and persuasive in public through the study of techniques used by actors and directors in the theatre.

Introduction to Acting

Thursdays, March 15 – May 24 (no class May 3) from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Instructor: Michelle Jackson
Prior Experience: Not required

Always wanted to try your hand at acting, but never had the chance? The journey begins here with the student’s exploration of the actor’s vocal, physical and psychological instrument, the key skills and core understandings from which to pursue further study. Lessons will include interactive, physical workshops on communication, character, objectives, tactics and given circumstances. The class culminates with a performance for invited guests.