Cincinnati Shakespeare Company's Touring Company, comprised of six professional actors, will be touring A Midsummer Night's Dream, Romeo and Juliet and Macbeth in the 2013-2014 school year. These productions clock in under two hours, and the Touring Company can perform in almost any space (approximately 15' x 20'), including gyms, theaters, and libraries. The show concludes with a question-and-answer session to allow the students to talk with the actors and gain new insight into the play. Appropriate for sixth grade and up.
Romeo and Juliet
by William Shakespeare
One of the most beloved romantic tragedies in Shakespeare’s canon, Romeo and Juliet is the tale of Bard’s star-crossed lovers. Romeo and Juliet fall instantly in love only to discover they come from feuding families. In defiance of their families, amidst the animosity of friends and in concealment from their mentors, a young couple risk everything to be together. CSC is proud to present Romeo and Juliet and prove its continued relevance in the lives of young and old alike, throughout the ages.
Recommended Audience: 7th grade and up
Romeo & Juliet is available August 2013 - May 2014. See below for dates.
A Midsummer Night's Dream
by William Shakespeare
What happens when feuding fairies meddle in the love lives of human couples? Comical adventures, mistaken identities, and a silly play-within-a-play! The cast of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is on tour including fairies and lovers as well as Nick Bottom and The Mechanicals as they hilariously attempt to rehearse and perform a play for the Duke’s wedding. In this whimsical forest, a happy ending is guaranteed for both sprites and mortals alike.
Recommended Audience: 5th grade and up
Romeo & Juliet is available August 2013 - May 2014. See below for dates.
Macbeth
by William Shakespeare
Prophecies. Ambition. Murder. Madness. In Shakespeare’s famous cursed play Macbeth, we see the darkness of the world overcome the light. After an encounter with three witches on a Scottish battlefield, Macbeth must make a decision that will change the course of his life. Betrayal, love, bloodshed and tragedy adorn the path in this chilling, supernatural tale, leaving us wondering how far Macbeth will go to get what he wants. Tormented by visions and guilt when the price of his crimes take their toll, what fate awaits Macbeth? Find out in Shakespeare’s supernatural thriller.
Appropriate for 7th grade and up.
Macbeth is available January - May 2014 only. See below for dates.
Pricing
$750 per production
$650 for a second performance of the same play on the same day
Why Shakespeare?
In this 45-minute interactive showcase, three professional actors from the CSC Touring Company answer a common question: “Why do we still study Shakespeare today?” Interesting facts about Shakespeare, audience participation, Shakespearian insults, scenes from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, Comedy of Errors, Henry V and more are part of this comedic presentation. Appropriate for all ages.
Pricing
$375 per production
$125 for a second performance of the same play on the same day
Shakespearience Workshops
An in-depth teaching tool brings one to six Cincinnati Shakespeare Company professional actors into your classroom to perform and discuss scenes from any Shakespeare play. Each program is tailored to the needs of your class. Appropriate for fourth grade and up. Some ideas from past topics include:
-An Introduction to Shakespeare: His History and Works
-From the Page to the Stage: Workshop on Performing the Text
-Curriculum Connections: Guided in-depth scene study of a play, scene or sonnet your class is currently studying.
-Acting, monologue workshops and audition techniques for emerging young actors.
-Corporate vocal and presentation courses for your company or organization.
Pricing
from $100 and up
Prices vary based on number of actors and length of teaching time requested. Extended residency options are also available- call to discuss your needs.
Available School Day Dates September 2013 - May 2014
For all Programs in your School
Saturdays & Sundays also available, call for dates and information
Use this list as a guide: if there is a date that you would like that is not listed, please call to discuss your needs and request a new date. No programs on Mondays.
All dates are first come, first served. The schedule is subject to change.
September 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
October 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 24, 25, 30, 31
November 1, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 26, 29
December 5, 6, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20
January* 15, 16, 17, 21, 23, 24, 30, 31
February* 6, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28
March* 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
April* 2, 3, 4, 8, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24
May* 7, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23
*MACBETH is available these months
Saturdays and Sunday also available, call for dates and information
Interested in summer programs and/or Shakespeare in the Park 2013? Contact us!
Once you have selected a date and program and/or for more information on CSC's Educational Program, please contact Director of Education, Jeanna Vella, at 513.381.2273 ext. 3202 or jeanna.vella@cincyshakes.com
