Shakespeare in Action – Teaching Through Performance
October 10 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm EDT
In this interactive session, held at ESU Headquarters in NYC and online via Zoom, Natasha will share practical strategies for bringing Shakespeare to life in your classroom. Teachers will explore exercises for working with Shakespeare’s text, adapting scenes, and helping students build confidence through performance. Participants will also have the opportunity to take part in fun and engaging exercises that can be used with their students.
The workshop will also explore how a Student Shakespeare Festival can be an exciting school wide activity that brings classroom learning together. Through short scenes and ensemble work, students can rehearse, perform, and create together, giving everyone a meaningful role while building toward a shared festival experience.
We’ll also discuss ways to incorporate the ESU National Shakespeare Competition into your curriculum, giving students an opportunity to take their work beyond the classroom and onto the stage.
Educators attending in person will also be treated to a light brunch and have an opportunity to connect with fellow NYC teachers, ESU staff and members, and learn more about upcoming ESU education programs.
Whether you’re new to teaching Shakespeare through performance or looking for fresh approaches to engage your students, we hope you’ll join us!
Please register here to let us know whether you’ll be attending in person or via Zoom (a link to join the workshop online will be sent several days prior to the event).