Shakespeare I
Class Overview
Shakespeare I introduces classical acting techniques, focusing on vocal development and specificity, diction, physical clarity, textual interpretation, as well as the use of imagery and tone color, useful for all actors. Students work on a character from Shakespeare in monologues, soliloquys, and scenes.
Classical Voice & Movement is recommended to pair with Shakespeare I.
Price
$575
Notes
Prerequisites needed: Completion of Character & Emotion.
Students taking Shakespeare 1 should take or have already taken Classical Voice & Movement.
A $100 registration fee will hold your place for any class on the schedule.
Students pairing an acting class with a voice and body class in the same semester will receive a $125 discount.
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Class Offerings
Summer 2026
There are no classes for this section.
Fall 2026
Classes: September 8 – January 24 Final Scenes: January 12 – 24
Classes meet once per week.
| Thursdays | 8 – 10:30pm | Burke Pitt |
Spring 2027
Classes: February 1 – June 1 Final Scenes: May 21 – June 1
Classes meet once per week.
| Tuesdays | 8 – 10:30pm | Burke Pitt |
| Thursdays | 8 – 10:30pm | Seiden |
Recommended pairing
Classical Voice & Movement
Expand vocal and physical skills essential to the unique needs of classical work.