Shakespeare & Play

Class for Ages 8-10

Shakespeare & Play

An Acting Class for Children Ages 8-10

Spring Session: Saturdays, 10:30am-12pm

April 26 - May 17, 2025

Class Description:

This class introduces students to fundamental concepts for acting Shakespeare. Using scenes from Hamlet, Romeo & Juliet, Twelfth Night, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, students explore characters and poetic language while learning skills for collaboration. Students learn concepts for verse and meter, public speaking, action and objective, and character development.

Each class begins with a movement warm-up and improvisation game. The session ends with a showcase for friends and family.

Curriculum Includes:

  • Voice, movement & physical acting

  • Material from Shakespeare’s plays

  • Working with a scene partner

Pricing and Location

Spring Session: $185 (4 Classes)

Location: Rhode Island School for the Deaf

Address: 1 Corliss Park, Providence, RI, 02908

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COVID-19 Safey Guidelines - Youth Classes

Please note this policy is subject to change. Here is our protocol as of 12/30/24:

Wearing a mask is optional for staff and students. Class size is limited. Staff keep daily attendance records for contact tracing, provide hand sanitizer, and encourage hand hygiene.

Any student who has a fever or who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 is advised not attend class.

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