Teaching Shakespeare Through Performance (TSTP)

July 12 – 24, 2026

Take your teaching of Shakespeare to another level. Go beyond the Bard’s words on the page and discover Shakespeare in the context that brought his works to life. Our two-week, intensive Teaching Shakespeare Through Performance summer course at Shakespeare’s Globe in London will provide you with new perspectives and invaluable experiences that will transform the way you teach Shakespeare.

This program is ideally suited for inquisitive, adventurous Middle or High School teachers with experience teaching English Literature or Drama willing to work outside their comfort zone. Although participants engage with Shakespeare’s work as texts to be performed, not simply read, “Teaching Shakespeare Through Performance” is not an acting program. The course is delivered with the knowledge that teachers may have training or experience with performance-based methods of teaching Shakespeare. Applicants must be currently working as classroom teachers.

TSTP 2026 Program Cost: $3800 includes tuition, tickets to two Globe productions & welcome reception

TSTP 2026 Accommodation Cost: $2000+ Participants must make own accommodations in London. Please see The Globe’s TSTP Guide to Accommodation & the Local Area for a list of suggested, nearby accommodation options. 

Not Included: international airfare,  accommodations,  travel insurance, medical insurance, or any other incidentals. Applicants must provide proof of overseas health insurance with their application.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR TEACHERS

Every year, ESU Branches nationwide generously provide TLab scholarships for classroom teachers in their communities. ESU Branch TLab scholarships are for current classroom teachers attending multi-week courses at Shakespeare’s Globe in London, the University of Edinburgh, and the University of Oxford. You may also explore further scholarship and grant resources from your local schools and communities. Please email auhl@esuus.org to see if an ESU Branch near you is offering TLab scholarships for Summer 2026.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CONTACT HOURS

This course incorporates approximately 100 contact hours of professional development. To receive a certificate of attendance, teachers must “turnkey” their learning and lead a professional development seminar back in their school or district.

View the 2026 TSTP Brochure Here!

TSTP APPLICATION DETAILS

Application Instructions:

1.  Compile your application materials:

2.  Complete the 2026 TLab Application – Shakespeare’s Globe. All applications must be submitted digitally to the ESU via this application for review by the ESU prior to submission to the Globe.  The Globe reviews applications on a rolling basis and will contact you directly via email (and cc the ESU) with their admissions decision.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Cancellation Policy:

If you are unable to attend the program, you must notify the ESU immediately in writing at auhl@esuus.org and when applicable cc the ESU Branch that awarded a TLab Branch Scholarship. Fees already paid to the Globe will be returned according to the Globe’s cancellation policy, as specified in their materials. ESU Branch TLab Scholarship Recipients will be personally liable for additional TLab fees such as stipend and/or airfare if disbursed or paid prior to departure in the event of a withdrawal.

If the State Department of the United States announces a “no travel” policy or the Globe cancels a program, fees paid to the institution will be returned according to the individual school’s cancellation policy, as specified in their materials.

International Airfare:

It is highly recommended to:

1. Not book international airfare until you have received your email acceptance to the 2026 TSTP program directly from The Globe.

2. to book only a changeable/refundable flight.

ESU TLab Branch Scholars do NOT book international airfare until given permission by your ESU Branch.