Classes & Publications
Speak the Speech: Shakespearean Text Analysis

Offered At:

Pennsic War 50 (2023-07-28 - 2023-08-13)

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A deep dive into the (mundane) process a professional actor uses to analyze Shakespearean text for performance to make it clear and approachable.

We will start with the basics (scansion, paraphrasing) and, depending on class comfort and experience level, continue into advanced topics like tone color, imagery, pitch/pace/intensity, point of view/point of focus, breath work, etc.

Appropriate for novice and experienced performers alike. Class level will be tailored for those present. This will be a participatory class, though observers are permitted.

If possible, please bring 3-6 lines of Shakespearean verse, memorized and written down. Instructor will have options for those who do not have text ready to work with.

Schedule:
Pennsic 51:
Wednesday Peace Week (7/31) from 12PM – 2PM, University Tent 9
Sunday War Week (8/4) from 2PM – 4PM, University Tent 9

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