Shakespeare: Acting the Verse

About this course

Participants work collaboratively on scenes from a range of Shakespeare plays, combining textual analysis with responsive scene work. The course examines character, story and verse while developing a sustained rehearsal practice for exploring the choices within classical texts. Sessions focus on changes in thought, tactics and emotional energy, alongside the construction of complex characters from the text. The advanced level is intended for experienced actors refining their classical technique, including those preparing for auditions or productions.

What you'll learn

• Apply advanced scene-study techniques to Shakespearean texts.
• Analyse shifts in thought, tactics and emotional energy within scenes.
• Respond spontaneously and truthfully to textual possibilities during scene work.
• Develop complex, dynamic characters through close engagement with the text.

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for advanced, experienced actors working to refine their Shakespearean and classical skills. Selection is by application, with eligibility based on professional acting credits, equivalent acting training, or completion of specified earlier RADA courses. Participants must be over 18 and use English fluently and confidently.

• Selection by application is required.
• Designed for actors with professional credits, equivalent training or relevant RADA course experience.
• Participants must be over 18.
• Confident, fluent English is required.