Austin Shakespeare is currently accepting students for the next two sessions of the Shakespeare Studio, both of which will take place at the Green Screen studio on E. 5th St.

Fall 2008

The fall session will be for actors who are experienced Shakespeare actors. The group will use A Practical Handbook for the Actor as well as watching video from Barton's Playing Shakespeare.

An interview with Artistic Director Ann Ciccolella is required for entry into the sesson.

The studio will meet 7:00 - 9:30pm Mondays from Sept. 29 - Nov. 17 in 8 sessions. Tuition is $35 per session or $200 for all 8 sessions (Austin Shakespeare alumni get special rates).

From Ann C.:
Through three semesters we have begun to build a contemporary approach to Shakespeare that is both honest and on a grand scale. The Fall 08 Studio will focus on developing an ensemble approach that balances both that authenticity and Romantic size.

Spring 2009

The Spring 09 session will be for actors who are interested in exploring Shakespeare but have not had that experience yet. The focus will be on interpretive tools, voice and diction, and intense physicalization, fueled by the belief that sharpening your skills in expressing Shakespeare's work will make you a stronger actor in any endeavor. Each class will begin with a systematic warm up and continue with individualized work. Class will include both the text and video of Barton's Playing Shakespeare.

The studio will meet 7:00 - 9:30pm Mondays from March 2 - 23 in 4 sessions. Tuition is $35 per session or $100 for all four sessions.