Performing Arts

Education Workshops

Whether virtual or in school, our workshops are designed to introduce your students to the world of theater.

We are ready to meet your needs during this unique time with several different experiences.

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In-Person Workshops

Two of our teaching artists visit your classroom following your school’s safety precautions and hygiene procedures.

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LENGTH: 45 – 60 minutes

FEE: $155 per class; $500 for 4 classes

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Video On Demand Workshops

Your students can attend a workshop from home on their own schedule and submit completed lessons and activities to you!

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LENGTH: Complete at Your Own Pace

FEE: Call 407-447-1700 ext. 254 for pricing. Bulk pricing available.

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For more information about booking our workshops, creating custom curriculum, and teacher resources, call our Education Department at (407) 447-1700 ext. 254 or email students@orlandoshakes.org.

Elementary School Experiences

Books Alive!

Bring Alive Your Favorite Book!
RECOMMENDED: K – 5th Grade

During this interactive workshop, Orlando Shakes’ Teaching Artists help your students bring a book to life, be it Charlotte’s Web, Interstellar Cinderella, or any favorite children’s story. Students are introduced to the theater artist roles of director, stage manager, and actor. Through interactive games and theater exercises, students explore the story’s settings, characters, costumes, and props by creating a “snapshot” of story elements using their own bodies as statues. Students are then challenged to create their own “spin-off” story that take the characters from the story to new places.

All elementary workshops align with Florida Standards in Reading, Speaking and Listening, and Theater Arts.

For comprehensive study guides, abridged Shakespeare scripts, games, and other activities, please visit our education resources section.

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Middle & High School Experiences

Shakes Alive!

RECOMMENDED: 6th – 12th Grade

During this interactive workshop, Orlando Shakes’ Teaching Artists engage your students in an interactive plot summary of one of William Shakespeare’s plays and learn to paraphrase Shakespearean text, distinguishing between the denotative and connotative meanings of words. Shakes Alive! is also a perfect companion experience to attending a student matinee!

All Middle and High School Workshops align with Florida Standards in Reading, Speaking and Listening, Theater Arts, and Social Studies.

At the Theater

On Stage With Henry V

RECOMMENDED: 6th – 12th Grade
FEE: $5 per person (student matinee ticket not included).

This exciting pre-show workshop prepares your students to experience our production of Shakespeare’s Henry V.

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Virtual Workshops

Digital Shakes Alive! – Supplement to any Shakespeare play

RECOMMENDED: 6th – 12th Grade
FEE: Call 407-447-1700 ext. 254 for pricing. Bulk pricing available.

Experience our Shakes Alive! workshop ON-DEMAND using our curated lesson plan, videos, and handouts. Following our recorded instruction, students and teachers engage in an interactive plot summary of one of William Shakespeare’s plays and learn to paraphrase Shakespearean text, distinguishing between the denotative and connotative meanings of words. Currently available for Hamlet, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, and Richard III.

Spotlight: Theatre Careers!

RECOMMENDED: 6th – 12th Grade
FEE: Call 407-447-1700 ext. 254 for pricing. Bulk pricing available.

In this on demand workshop, students will watch Q&A videos of theatre professionals focusing on Acting, Stage Management / Production Management, Development / Fundraising, Marketing, New Play Development, Artistic Director, Box Office, Managing Director, Lighting Design, Sound Design, Costume Design, Set Design and Props Design. Students will then complete a walk-in-the-shoes activity for each career area.

All Middle and High School Workshops align with Florida Standards in Reading, Speaking and Listening, Theater Arts, and Social Studies.

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Book a Field Trip

Combine your workshop with a field trip to get the full experience!

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For more information about booking our workshops, creating custom curriculum, and teacher resources, call our Education Department at (407) 447-1700 ext. 254 or email students@orlandoshakes.org.

For comprehensive study guides, abridged Shakespeare scripts, games, and other activities, please visit our education resources section.